First-Place Pork Chops

Step 1 -Turn the broiler setting on.

Step 2 -Season the pork chops with the salt, the pepper, and the garlic powder.

Step 3 -In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil until it is hot.

Step 4 -Add the seasoned pork chops to the hot oil and sear them on both sides, until they are golden and reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees F, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Step 5 -Transfer the seared pork chops to a plate.

Step 6 -Reduce the stovetop temperature to medium.

Step 7 -Add the butter to the same skillet and melt, while stirring with a wooden spoon to loosen the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 8 -Add the minced garlic cloves to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 9 -Add the honey, the water, and the vinegar to the garlic-butter and increase the temperature to medium-high. Cook the sauce, stirring occasionally, until it reduces and thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 10 -Add the cooked pork chops to the skillet and generously baste them with the sauce.

Step 11 -Transfer the skillet to the oven and broil the pork chops until their edges are slightly charred, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 12 -Serve.