Imagine cutting into a perfectly golden, juicy pork chop with a glistening honey glaze that caramelizes beautifully, served over a bed of fluffy rice. This isn't just another dinner recipe - it's a culinary experience that transforms an ordinary weeknight meal into a gourmet feast. With just a handful of simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you'll create a dish that looks and tastes like it came straight from a high-end restaurant kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the rice: In a medium saucepan, combine rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Season pork chops generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Create the honey glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard until smooth and well combined.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Place pork chops in the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- During the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush pork chops generously with the honey glaze, allowing it to caramelize slightly.
- Remove pork chops from skillet and let rest for 3-4 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and transfer to serving plates.
- Place glazed pork chops on top of rice and drizzle any remaining glaze over the meat.
- Serve hot and enjoy your honey glazed pork chops with rice.
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Use a meat thermometer to ensure your pork chops reach 145°F for perfectly cooked, juicy meat.
- Glaze Technique: Apply the honey glaze in the last 2 minutes of cooking to prevent burning while achieving a beautiful caramelization.
- Let It Rest: Always let your pork chops rest for 3-4 minutes after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness.
- Rice Perfection: Use chicken broth instead of water when cooking rice for added flavor depth.
- Glaze Consistency: Whisk the honey, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard thoroughly to create a smooth, even glaze that coats the meat beautifully.
- Skillet Selection: Use a heavy-bottomed skillet for even heat distribution and perfect browning.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 95mg
