Description
Juicy pork chops glazed with a sweet and savory brown sugar butter sauce, enhanced by soy and Worcestershire sauces for a rich and flavorful depth. This easy, oven-baked main dish is perfect for weeknight dinners and delivers a delicious balance of sweetness and umami.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 thick pork chops, about 1 inch thick
- 4 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pork chops evenly and thoroughly.
- Mix Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well until the brown sugar is moistened and the mixture is smooth.
- Melt Butter and Sear Pork Chops: Melt the butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and sear them for about 3–4 minutes on each side, until they develop a golden brown crust.
- Glaze Pork Chops: Pour the brown sugar mixture evenly over the seared pork chops, coating them well to enhance flavor during baking.
- Bake the Pork Chops: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10–15 minutes until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Baste the chops with the pan sauce a couple of times during baking to keep them moist and flavorful.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven, let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, then serve with the pan sauce spooned over the top for extra richness.
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet such as cast iron to seamlessly transition from stovetop to oven.
- Do not overbake pork chops; internal temperature should be 145°F for juicy results.
- Resting the meat after baking ensures tenderness and better flavor.
- Adjust brown sugar quantity for more or less sweetness according to taste.
- For a gluten-free diet, ensure soy sauce used is gluten-free.
