Honey Garlic Pork Chops

Instructions

1. Prepare the pork chops
   Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Allow them to rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes before cooking.
2. Sear the chops
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
3. Make the honey garlic sauce
   In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well and bring to a simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce begins to thicken.
4. Finish the sauce
   Whisk in the butter until melted and fully incorporated into the sauce. This will give the sauce a beautiful shine and richness.
5. Glaze the pork chops
   Return the pork chops to the skillet, along with any juices that collected on the plate. Spoon the sauce over the chops and simmer for 1-2 minutes, turning the chops occasionally to coat them evenly in the glaze.
6. Serve
   Transfer the pork chops to serving plates, spoon additional sauce over the top, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.