Mom's Sugar N Spice Pork Chops

Elevate your dinner game with "Mom's Sugar N Spice Pork Chops," a soul-warming recipe that combines sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors in every bite. These tender, juicy bone-in pork chops are seasoned with a homemade spice rub featuring brown sugar, paprika, and a hint of cinnamon for a unique, mouthwatering twist. Sear them to golden perfection before basting with butter and simmering in a tangy apple cider vinegar sauce, which doubles as the ultimate drizzle. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy yet elegant dish is perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. Garnished with fresh parsley, these pork chops are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfectly balanced and bursting with flavor, they'll quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 27/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture, and set them aside on a plate.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create a spice rub.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture evenly onto both sides of each pork chop, ensuring they are well coated.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Once the oil is shimmering, carefully place the pork chops in the skillet. Sear them for 3-4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium, add the butter to the skillet, and let it melt. Use a spoon to baste the pork chops with the melted butter.

Step 7

Add the apple cider vinegar and water to the skillet, stirring gently to deglaze the pan and incorporate the browned bits into the sauce.

Step 8

Cover the skillet with a lid and let the pork chops cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Flip the chops halfway through cooking if necessary.

Step 9

Once cooked, remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes to redistribute the juices.

Step 10

Drizzle the pan sauce over the pork chops before serving and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(103.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	446.9

Total Fat 40.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 31mg	0%
Sodium 2372.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 17.9g
Protein 1.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 49.2mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 136.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.9%

Protein: 1.0%

Carbs: 20.1%