Sweet, Savory & Fall-Apart Tender in One Pan!
These Brown Sugar Pork Chops bake up juicy and caramelized with a sticky-sweet glaze made from brown sugar, butter, and umami-rich sauces. The result? Restaurant-quality chops with minimal effort—perfect for busy weeknights!
Full Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 thick-cut pork chops (1-inch thick, bone-in or boneless)
- 4 tbsp packed brown sugar (1 tbsp per chop)
- 4 tbsp butter (cut into 4 pats)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Directions
1️⃣ Prep & Preheat
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a baking dish and arrange chops in a single layer.
2️⃣ Add Sweet & Savory Toppings
- Sprinkle 1 tbsp brown sugar on each chop.
- Top each with 1 tbsp butter.
- Drizzle evenly with soy sauce and Worcestershire.
3️⃣ Bake Covered
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
4️⃣ Caramelize Uncovered
- Remove foil and bake 20 more minutes until golden and glazed.
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4
Pro Tips
🔥 For extra browning: Broil 2-3 minutes at the end.
🍖 Best pork chops to use: Bone-in for more flavor, or boneless for quicker cooking.
🌿 Garnish idea: Fresh thyme or chopped parsley.
Pairs perfectly with:
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Roasted green beans
- Buttery cornbread
Why You’ll Love It
✅ 5 simple ingredients
✅ Hands-off baking (no stovetop splatter!)
✅ Glaze doubles as a pan sauce—drizzle over chops before serving.
Fun Twist: Add 1/2 tsp smoked paprika to the brown sugar for a deeper flavor!
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