Easy and Juicy Honey Garlic Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Easy and Juicy Honey Garlic Pork Chops Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1.5 tablespoons olive oil; 4 boneless or bone-in pork chops ((1/4 to 1/2 inch thick)); 1/2 teaspoon salt ((or season to taste)); 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper ((or season to taste)); 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon garlic ((minced)); 1/4 cup honey ((100% real honey)); 1/4 cup low sodium chicken stock; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce

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If you're looking for a quick and easy dinner that feels fancy, but takes minimal effort, these Easy Honey Garlic Pork Chops are just what you need! These pork chops are seasoned, quickly pan seared, then coated in a delicious honey garlic pan sauce. All ready in under 30 minutes from start to finish.

Try my easy and juicy thin cut pork chops or air fryer thin pork chops next!

A fork pressing into a stack of honey garlic pork chops cut in half.

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I enjoy making this recipe for busy weeknights because it comes together so quickly, and my family devours it every single time! The combination of honey, garlic, and perfectly pan fried pork chops creates an irresistible dish that tastes like something you'd order at a restaurant - but with way less effort. And because I use thin boneless pork chops, they cook in just minutes, making this an ideal meal when time is short but you still want something amazing on the table.

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Why You Will Love This Recipe:

Quick & Easy - I use thin pork chops for this recipe and they cook up super-fast, so you can have a delicious dinner on the table in under 30 minutes - perfect for busy weeknights!
Incredibly Flavorful - The sweet honey and savory garlic blend into a rich, mouthwatering glaze that transforms ordinary pork chops into something amazing.
Versatile & Family-Friendly - My favorite way to serve these juicy pork chops is with rice, noodles, or air fryer baby potatoes for a satisfying meal the whole family will love.

Cooking pork chops for dinner is always a win at my house because of how fast and easy they are to prepare. Whether I'm pan-searing, baking, or using the air fryer, pork chops always come through as a quick and satisfying dinner option. If you love pork chops and much as my family does, be sure to check out my other pork chop recipes:

Honey garlic pork chop in honey garlic sauce topped with parsley in a skillet.

Q&A:

How to get honey garlic sauce to thicken?

After adding the ingredients for the honey garlic sauce to the skillet, increase the heat to medium-high until the sauce comes to a rapid boil with visible bubbles. Stir constantly as it thickens, which usually takes about 3 to 5 minutes. For more details, follow my step-by-step pictures and instructions below.

What is the secret to tender and juicy pork chops?

Avoid overcooking the pork chops! Since this recipe uses a thinner cut of pork chops, they only need a quick sear - just a couple of minutes per side. Make sure your skillet is hot before adding them for the best sear. After cooking, let the pork chops rest on a plate for 3 to 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute, keeping them tender and flavorful and not dry.

Can I use bone-in pork chops for this recipe?

Absolutely! You'll just want to adjust the cook time. Bone-in pork chops take longer to cook.

Equipment Needed:

Skillet

Pork chops in a skillet covered in honey garlic sauce and topped with parsley.

Ingredients (Full recipe located in recipe card below):

Honey garlic pork chops recipe ingredients in various dishes on a white marble surface: thin boneless pork chops, olive oil, butter, salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, honey, soy sauce, chicken stock, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic.

Boneless Pork Chops - Boneless pork chops ¼ to ¾ inches thick. You can also use bone-in pork chops, but you will need to adjust the cooking time as bone-in takes a little longer to cook.
Honey - Needs to be 100 percent pure honey and not the honey flavored syrup.
Garlic - Jared minced garlic or freshly chopped garlic will work in this recipe.
Soy Sauce - I recommend using low sodium soy sauce. You can use regular soy sauce, but you may need to adjust the salt in the recipe.
Apple Cider Vinegar - Adds a slight tangy flavor.
Chicken Stock - You can use water in a pinch, but chicken stock adds more flavor. I recommend using a low sodium chicken stock or broth.
Olive Oil - Perfect for browning the pork chops
Butter - Adds a nice rich flavor. I used unsalted butter.
Seasonings: Salt, Pepper, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Smoked Paprika

Instructions:

Prep recipe ingredients ahead of time because the cooking part of this recipe goes really fast!

Mix seasonings: In a small bowl, mix the salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Set aside.

Pork chop seasoning ingredients consisting of salt, ground black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder organized neatly in a white bowl on a wood cutting board.

Pork chop seasoning in a white bowl on a wood cutting board.

Pat the pork chops dry on both sides using a paper towel. Season the pork chops with the seasoning mixture on both sides.

Pork chops on a white plate being patted dry with a paper towel.

Seasoning added to pork chops on a white plate.

Seasoning being pressed into pork chops on a white plate.

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Olive oil heated up and coating the entire bottom of a skillet.

Once the skillet is hot, add the pork chops to the skillet in a single layer and cook the first side until golden, about 2 minutes. Then flip the pork chops and cook for 1 minute. Transfer the pork chops to a plate (the goal in this step is to get a nice golden sear on the pork chops, but don’t overcook them).

Seasoned thin boneless pork chops added to a heated skillet with olive oil.

Thin boneless pork chops with a golden sear being cooked in a skillet.

Partially cooked thin boneless pork chops with a golden sear resting on a white plate.

Reduce the heat to low-medium. To the same pan, add the butter and garlic. Using a spatula, stir the garlic into the butter and sauté for 15 seconds, while also using the spatula to scrape any brown bits from the pan.

Butter and minced garlic added to a skillet with browned bits, or fond, from seared pork chops.

A wooded spoon scraping up browned bits called fond in a skillet being deglazed with melted butter.

Next, increase the heat to medium and stir in the chicken stock, honey, apple cider vinegar, and soy sauce. Stir until well blended, then let the sauce cook for 2 to 5 minutes until it thickens, stirring continuously. The sauce should bubble, if not, increase heat to medium high.

Chicken stock, honey, apple cider vinegar, and soy sauce added to a skillet with melted butter, minced garlic and fond.

Honey garlic sauce bubbling and thickening in a skillet.

Honey garlic sauce being stirred in a skillet with a wooden spoon.

Add the pork chops back to the skillet, along with any juices from the plate. Cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. While the pork chops are cooking, use a spoon to baste them with the sauce.

Golden seared pork chops added to a skillet with honey garlic sauce.

Pork chop juices from a resting plate added to a skillet with seared pork chops and honey garlic sauce.

A spoon basting a thin boneless pork chop with honey garlic sauce while being cooked in a skillet.

Remove the pork chops from skillet and let rest for 3 minutes before serving. Top with additional sauce from the pan.

Honey garlic pork chops resting on a white plate.

Honey garlic pork chops topped with parsley with sides of green beans and seasoned rice on a white plate.

What To Serve With Honey Garlic Pork Chops:

Serve these pork chops with rice, noodles, or air fryer baby potatoes.
They also go great with these stovetop frozen green beans, easy canned corn, or easy canned green beans recipes.

Honey garlic pork chops topped with parsley on a white plate with seasoned rice and green beans.

Recipe Variations And Substitutions:

Chicken Stock - Chicken Broth may be used as well. Water can be used in place of chicken stock, but I prefer to use chicken stock because it adds more flavor and I always have chicken stock in my pantry.
Honey - Real maple syrup in replacement of honey is a nice twist on this recipe.
Gluten free low sodium Tamari can be used in place of the soy sauce.

Honey garlic thin cut pork chops in a skillet topped with parsley.

Storage And Reheating Instructions:

Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3 days.
Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until heated.

Honey garlic pork chops in honey garlic sauce topped with parsley on a white plate.

Pro Tips:

Prep recipe ingredients ahead of time because the cooking part of this recipe goes really fast!
This recipe is based on pork chops that are ¼ to ¾ inches thick. If you are using thicker pork chops, then you will need to increase the cook time.
Let the pork chops rest for at least 3 minutes after cooking them. This allows the juices in the pork chop to distribute, making for a juicier pork chop.
All pork chops should be cooked to an internal of 145 as measured by a food thermometer.

Honey garlic pork chops covered in honey garlic sauce cut in half and stacked in a skillet.

Try These Other Easy Pork Chop Recipes Next!

A fork pressing into a stack of thin boneless pork chops cut in half and covered in honey garlic sauce.

Comments

Meg says

January 28, 2026 at 10:44 am

I made these last night and they were so good! I've been searching forever for a good recipe for thin, boneless pork chops. This is the one! They were so flavorful and moist. We will definitely be making this recipe again.

- Ivory says
  
  March 04, 2026 at 1:12 pm
  
  Yay! Glad to hear you enjoyed the recipe. Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review.