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Pan-Seared Brown Sugar Pork Chops

Juicy and caramelized pork chops coated with a sweet and spicy rub, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces pork chops
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Rub this tasty spice mixture all over your pork chops.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the pork chops to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until cooked through and beautifully caramelized.
  3. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For a deeper flavor, marinate the pork chops overnight in the spice mix. Serve with steamed veggies and a drizzle of balsamic reduction.