Sweet and Spicy Glazed Pork Chops

Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 350ºF.
  2. 2In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. 3Remove pork chops from package and rub seasoning mixture over all sides.
  4. 4Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium flame until shimmering, then add pork chops.
  5. 5Cook chops for about 5 minutes on each side, until nicely browned.
  6. 6If chops are thicker than one inch, transfer skillet to preheated oven for another 5-10 minutes.
  7. 7Test chops with a meat thermometer; internal temperature should reach 145ºF.
  8. 8Dredge chops through the thick sauce in the pan before serving

Ingredients

  • 0.25 cup brown sugar
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne powder
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 4 thick cut boneless pork chops

Equipment

ovenoven-safe skilletsmall bowlmeat thermometer

Tips

  • Use dark brown sugar
  • Use smoked paprika for an extra smoky finish
  • Use center-cut boneless pork chops that are about ¾ inch thick
  • If chops are greater than one-inch thick, finish cooking in a preheated oven at 350ºF for 5-10 minutes
  • Test chops with a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature has reached 145ºF