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4-Ingredient Oven Pork Chops

4 ingredient pork chops baked at 400°F with a sweet-savory honey-soy glaze that caramelizes into a shiny finish. Bone-in chops stay juicy with a quick bake, basting, and a short rest for clean, flavorful slices.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Honey-Soy Garlic Glaze
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 garlic minced
Pork Chops
  • 4 bone-in pork chops 1 inch thick
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Prep
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a sheet pan with foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Mix honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic until combined into a smooth glaze.
Season and glaze
  1. Season pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides so they’re evenly flavored.
  2. Brush honey-soy mixture generously over each pork chop, coating the top and edges.
Bake
  1. Bake at 400°F for 10–12 minutes until the glaze starts to thicken and look glossy, then flip chops.
  2. Bake 10–13 minutes more and re-baste halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 145°F and the glaze is caramelized.
Finish
  1. Rest pork chops for 3 minutes so juices settle and the glaze clings better.
  2. Serve immediately while the coating is shiny and warm.

Notes

Pro tip: Use a probe thermometer if you have one—145°F is the sweet spot for juicy pork. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container up to 3 days; reheat gently in a 325°F oven until warmed through. Freezing is not recommended because the glaze can lose its shine after thawing. Dietary swap: for gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce (the rest stays the same).