These brown sugar pork chops are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. The brown sugar caramelizes to create a delicious glaze, while the soy and Worcestershire sauces add a savory depth to the dish. This recipe is a perfect balance of simplicity and flavor, making it a wonderful addition to any weeknight meal.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You’ll love this recipe for its simplicity and incredible flavor. The combination of brown sugar, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce creates a mouthwatering glaze that perfectly complements the tender pork chops. It’s a quick and easy dish that’s sure to impress your family or guests.
Ingredients
- 4 thick 1-inch pork chops
- 4 tbsp brown sugar, packed
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Directions
- Set your oven to preheat to 350°F.
- In a large oiled oven pan, lay your pork chops.
- Add 1 tablespoon of brown sugar on each piece of meat.
- Place a tablespoon of butter on each pork chop.
- Drizzle both the soy and Worcestershire sauce over the pork chops.
- Cover the pork chops with tin foil and bake for 40 minutes.
- After 40 minutes, remove the tin foil and continue to bake for 20 minutes, until the pork chops are golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 145°F. Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Kcal: 350 per serving
Storage
These brown sugar pork chops can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply place them in a preheated oven until warmed through.
Recipe Tips
For an extra burst of flavor, consider marinating the pork chops in the soy and Worcestershire sauces for 30 minutes before adding the brown sugar and butter. This will infuse the meat with even more delicious flavor. Additionally, if you prefer a bit of heat, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the brown sugar before sprinkling it on the pork chops.