Juicy and flavorful Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Chops

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These brown sugar glazed pork chops are the perfect combination of sweet and savory, making them a crowd-pleaser for dinner. The juicy pork chops are coated in a rich brown sugar glaze that caramelizes perfectly when cooked. This recipe is simple to make but tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.

Ingredients

  • 4 pork chops
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Rub the spice mixture on both sides of the pork chops.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the pork chops and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until they are browned and cooked through.
  5. Sprinkle additional brown sugar over the pork chops in the last minute of cooking to create a glaze.
  6. Serve the pork chops hot with your favorite side dishes.

Interesting Facts

  • Pork chops are a good source of protein and essential nutrients like zinc and iron.
  • The brown sugar glaze adds a caramelized sweetness to the pork chops, elevating the dish from ordinary to extraordinary.
  • This recipe is versatile and can be easily customized by adding spices or herbs to the glaze.