Pork Chops with Balsamic-Strawberry Sauce

boneless pork loin chops

kosher salt (more or less to your liking)

freshly cracked black pepper (more or less to your liking)

unsalted butter, divided

garlic, peeled but kept whole

sprigs of fresh thyme

fresh strawberries, sliced (about 2 cups sliced)

quality balsamic vinegar

honey

kosher salt