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Honey Apricot Pork Chops
Prep
15 mins
Cook
20 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
When I'm looking for a weeknight dinner that feels fancy but comes together in under 40 minutes, these honey apricot pork chops are my go to. The combination of sweet apricots and floral honey creates the most delicious glaze, while fresh garlic keeps everything savory and balanced. Apricots are loaded with vitamin A, which is great for your eyes and skin, so you're basically doing yourself a favor while enjoying a restaurant quality meal. The best part? Everything happens in one pan, which means minimal cleanup and maximum flavor on your table fast.
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Ingredients
- 44 boneless pork chops, kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
- 11 tablespoon olive oil
- 22 tablespoons honey
- 44 fresh apricots, pitted and cut into wedges
- 33 cloves garlic, minced, or to taste
- 11 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- 1
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels, and sprinkle both sides with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, and brown the chops well on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- 2
Stir in honey, apricots, and garlic; cover, and simmer until the pork is tender, about 8 minutes. An instant-read thermometer, inserted into the center of a chop, should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Sprinkle with parsley, and serve chops topped with the apricots and pan juices.
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