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Sheet-Pan Hot Honey Pork Chops with Blistered Summer Corn

Sheet-Pan Hot Honey Pork Chops with Blistered Summer Corn

Summer comfort food shouldn't require sweating over a hot stove or doing a mountain of dishes. We're roasting thick-cut pork chops alongside fresh corn and cherry tomatoes that burst in the oven to create their own incredible, sweet-and-spicy pan sauce. It's minimal prep, maximum flavor, and exactly what you need on a busy Tuesday night.

Elena Reyes
Elena Reyes
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
4
easy
dinner
sheet-pansummer30-minute-mealcomfort-food+1

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Timeline

33 minutes
0m10m20m30m
Preheat Oven and Pan
10m
Season the Pork Chops
3m
Prep the Summer Veggies
5m
Roast Pork and Veggies
15m
Glaze and Broil
3m
Rest and Garnish
5m

Ingredients

  • 4 Bone-in pork chops(about 1-inch thick)
  • 2 pints Cherry tomatoes(left whole)
  • 3 cups Fresh corn kernels(from about 3 ears of corn, or use frozen and thawed)
  • 1 medium Red onion(sliced)
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil(divided)
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1.5 tsp Kosher salt(divided)
  • 0.75 tsp Black pepper(divided)
  • 3 tbsp Hot honey(store-bought or homemade)
  • 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves(torn)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place a large rimmed baking sheet in the cold oven, then preheat to 425 degrees F. Letting the pan heat up in the oven is my ultimate cheat code for getting a good sear on meat without ever turning on the stove.

    10 min

    Tip: Use a heavy-duty sheet pan so it doesn't warp under the high heat.

  2. 2

    While the oven preheats, pat 4 bone-in pork chops dry with paper towels. Rub all over with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp Kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Set aside on a cutting board to come to room temperature.

    3 min

    Tip: Don't skip patting the pork dry; moisture is the enemy of a good crust.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, toss 2 pints cherry tomatoes, 3 cups fresh corn kernels, and 1 medium sliced red onion with the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp Kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.

    5 min

    Tip: If you are using frozen corn, make sure it is completely thawed and patted dry so it chars instead of steams.

  4. 4

    Carefully remove the screaming hot pan from the oven. Place the seasoned pork chops in the center and scatter the tomato and corn mixture all around them in a single layer. Roast for 15 minutes, or until the pork reaches 140 degrees F internally.

    15 min

    Tip: You should hear a sizzle the second the pork hits the hot pan!

  5. 5

    Remove the pan from the oven and switch your broiler to high. Brush the tops of the pork chops generously with 3 tbsp hot honey. Return the pan to the oven and broil for 2 to 3 minutes until the honey caramelizes and the tomatoes start to furiously burst.

    3 min

    Tip: Keep a close eye on the broiler. Honey goes from caramelized to burnt in about 30 seconds.

  6. 6

    Pull the pan out and let it rest for 5 minutes. The resting juices from the pork, the hot honey, and the burst tomatoes will mix together on the pan to create the most insane natural sauce. Scatter 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves over the top before serving straight from the pan.

    5 min

    Tip: Toss the veggies around in the pan juices right before serving to coat them in all that flavor.

Chef's Notes

Listen, pork chops get a bad rap for being dry and tough. The secret? Don't buy those sad, paper-thin chops. Go for bone-in cuts that are at least an inch thick. They can handle the high heat required to char the veggies without drying out. And if you don't have store-bought hot honey, just mix 3 tablespoons of regular honey with a heavy pinch of red pepper flakes. Delicious doesn't have to be difficult!

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Sheet-Pan Hot Honey Pork Chops with Blistered Summer Corn take to make?

Sheet-Pan Hot Honey Pork Chops with Blistered Summer Corn takes about 30 minutes total. That includes 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking.

How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings.

What skill level is needed for Sheet-Pan Hot Honey Pork Chops with Blistered Summer Corn?

This recipe is rated easy — it's beginner-friendly and straightforward.

What ingredients do I need for Sheet-Pan Hot Honey Pork Chops with Blistered Summer Corn?

The main ingredients are: Bone-in pork chops, Cherry tomatoes, Fresh corn kernels, Red onion, Olive oil, Smoked paprika, Garlic powder, Kosher salt, Black pepper, Hot honey, Fresh basil leaves.

What type of meal is Sheet-Pan Hot Honey Pork Chops with Blistered Summer Corn?

Sheet-Pan Hot Honey Pork Chops with Blistered Summer Corn is categorized as: dinner.