This marinated thick pork chops recipe uses a flavorful marinade made of soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic to create a meal that's both simple and sophisticated.
Place the pork chops in a single layer in the shallow glass dish.
Mix the soy sauce, lime juice, 1 Tablespoon of the olive oil, vinegar, garlic and red pepper flakes in the bowl.
Pour the marinade over the top of the pork chops. Turn to make sure both sides are coated.
Cover and let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes, turning once.
Heat 1 Tablespoon of the olive oil in the frying pan over medium high heat.
Add the pork chops to the pan, reserving the marinade for a later step.
Sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until the pork is browned.
Bake the pork chops on a baking sheet at 400℉ for 7 to 15 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 145℉ or are just barely pink inside.
Meanwhile, add the marinade to the frying pan and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes to reduce the liquid.
When the pork chops are finished baking, add them to the pan and coat with the sauce.
Pour some of the extra sauce over the pork chops while serving.
Notes
Searing the pork chops on the stove before baking will lock in the juices and help the meat to stay tender.
Make sure the marinade is brought to a boil. This will ensure that any bacteria in it is killed.
The pork chops can be marinated in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Take them out of the fridge 20 to 30 minutes before cooking to allow them to warm to room temperature.