Honey-Garlic Glazed Pork Chops with Sautéed Green Beans

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Juicy pork chops glazed with a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce, paired with crisp-tender sautéed green beans. This international-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs bone-in pork chops, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 International cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season 2 bone-in pork chops (8 oz each) with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper on both sides.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 145°F). Remove chops and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add 3 minced garlic cloves to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 3 tbsp honey and 2 tbsp soy sauce, cooking for 2 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
  4. Step 4: Return pork chops to the skillet, spoon the honey-garlic glaze over them, and cook for 1-2 minutes to coat and warm through.
  5. Step 5: In a separate skillet, melt 1 tbsp unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 12 oz trimmed fresh green beans and sauté for 5-6 minutes until crisp-tender, seasoning with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  6. Step 6: Serve pork chops topped with glaze alongside sautéed green beans.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Garlic Glazed Pork Chops with Sautéed Green Beans take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Garlic Glazed Pork Chops with Sautéed Green Beans?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in pork chops from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Garlic Glazed Pork Chops with Sautéed Green Beans?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Garlic Glazed Pork Chops with Sautéed Green Beans for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Honey-Garlic Glazed Pork Chops with Sautéed Green Beans?

International pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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