Description
Brown sugar baked pork chops are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that create a mouthwatering dish perfect for any occasion. These tender, juicy pork chops are coated in a sticky brown sugar glaze that caramelizes beautifully, making each bite irresistible. Ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also visually stunning, ensuring you’ll impress your guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, and soy sauce.
- Drizzle olive oil over the pork chops in the baking dish. Coat them with the brown sugar mixture thoroughly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Allow resting for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop (160g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg