Honey BBQ Pork Chops are an easy way to enjoy tender, juicy pork with a rich, caramelized barbecue glaze. Baking the pork chops first allows them to cook evenly, while a final trip under the broiler creates a beautifully sticky coating that clings to every bite.
This recipe starts with a simple marinade of green seasoning, salt, black pepper, Goya Sazonador Total with Pepper, and a portion of the honey barbecue sauce. Giving the pork chops time to marinate helps the seasonings penetrate the meat, adding flavor from the inside out before they even reach the oven.
Once baked, the remaining honey barbecue sauce is brushed generously over the chops before broiling. The high heat thickens the sauce, lightly caramelizing the sugars to create a glossy finish with the perfect balance of sweetness, smokiness, and savory flavor.
Whether served with rice, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad, these oven-baked Honey BBQ Pork Chops make a simple yet satisfying meal that’s easy enough for any day of the week.
Ingredient Details
Pork Chops:
The star of the dish, becoming tender and juicy when baked properly.
Green Seasoning:
Adds fresh herb, garlic, and seasoning flavors while helping tenderize the pork.
Salt:
Enhances the natural flavor of the meat.
Black Pepper:
Provides mild warmth and balances the sweetness of the barbecue sauce.
Goya Sazonador Total with Pepper:
Adds a savory blend of herbs and spices that complements the pork.
Honey BBQ Sauce:
Creates a sweet, smoky glaze that caramelizes beautifully under the broiler.
Ingredient Alternatives
Bone-in or boneless pork chops both work well.
Your favorite barbecue sauce can be substituted for honey barbecue sauce.
Homemade green seasoning can be used in place of store-bought.
Smoked paprika can be added for extra smoky flavor if desired.
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Honey BBQ Pork Chops
Description
These Honey BBQ Pork Chops are seasoned with green seasoning, Goya Sazonador Total with Pepper, and a blend of spices before being baked and finished with a rich honey barbecue glaze. They're an easy main dish with tender, flavorful results.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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In a large bowl, combine the green seasoning, salt, black pepper, Goya Sazonador Total with Pepper, and ¼ cup of the honey BBQ sauce. Add the pork chops and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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Arrange the marinated pork chops in a lightly greased baking dish or on a parchment-lined baking tray, leaving a little space between each chop.
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Bake for 17 minutes, or until the pork chops are nearly cooked through.
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Remove the pork chops from the oven and generously brush the tops with the remaining ½ cup honey BBQ sauce. Return them to the oven and broil for 8 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling, lightly caramelized, and the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
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Remove from the oven and allow the pork chops to rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving. This helps the juices redistribute for tender, flavorful meat.
Note
Marinating for longer, up to 8 hours, will develop even more flavor.
Watch the pork closely while broiling, as barbecue sauce can caramelize quickly.
Use an instant-read thermometer to avoid overcooking the pork.
Leftover pork chops can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
