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Best Baked Brown Sugar Pork Chops

These baked pork chops are a sweet and savory delight, featuring a golden crust and juicy interior, perfect for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 large Thick-cut bone-in pork chops (About 1.5 inches thick)
  • 1/2 cup Dark brown sugar (Packed)
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted butter (Melted)
  • 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper (Freshly cracked)
  • 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (Finely chopped for garnish) For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the dark brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Rub the mixture all over the pork chops, ensuring they are well-coated.
Cooking
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
  3. Add melted butter and apple cider vinegar to the skillet, spooning the mixture over the chops.
  4. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  5. Once cooked, remove from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve with vibrant side dishes like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or cranberry sauce. For extra flavor, let the pork chops breathe before cooking and consider experimenting with spices.