Description
Tender beef chops glazed with a sweet-savory brown sugar crust, baked to caramelized perfection. This easy oven method delivers juicy, flavorful chops with minimal effort—perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces thick-cut beef chops (about 1 inch thick)
- Ensure they’re of high quality; I recommend looking for grass-fed if available!
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)
- This is what gives the chops their signature sticky glaze.
- 4 tablespoons butter (melted)
- Using real, unsalted butter enhances flavor perfectly—make sure it’s at room temperature before melting!
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Opt for low-sodium soy sauce if you’re watching your salt intake.
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- This brings a unique umami depth; try to get a quality brand for the best flavor.
Instructions
Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheet with foil.,Season: Pat chops dry. Rub with oil, then season with salt, pepper, garlic and onion powders.,Sear: Heat skillet over high heat. Sear chops 2 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to baking sheet.,Glaze: Whisk all glaze ingredients. Brush thickly over chops.,Bake: 12-15 minutes for medium-rare (145°F internal temp), basting once.,Broil: Switch to broil for final 2 minutes until glaze bubbles and caramelizes.,Rest & Serve: Let rest 5 minutes. Garnish with thyme and orange zest.
Notes
Cut Tip: Ask butcher for ‘ribeye chops’ for best marbling,Sugar Swap: Honey works instead of brown sugar,Doneness Guide: Add 3 mins for medium, 5 for well-done,Make Ahead: Glaze keeps refrigerated for 3 days,Pairing: Serve with roasted sweet potatoes and green beans
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chop + glaze
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg