INGREDIENTS:
4 pork chops, about 1 inch thick
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Rub the spice mixture all over the pork chops.
Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the pork chops to the skillet and sear each side for about 3 minutes until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove from the oven and let the chops rest for 3 minutes before serving.