Maple Mustard Pork Chops
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these irresistible Maple Mustard Pork Chops, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more. Featuring juicy, bone-in pork chops seared to golden perfection, this recipe is smothered in a luscious sauce made from rich maple syrup, tangy Dijon and whole-grain mustard, and a splash of umami-packed soy sauce. A touch of garlic and fresh thyme (optional) elevates each bite with aromatic depth. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy skillet recipe is ideal for busy evenings but elegant enough for entertaining. Serve these flavor-packed pork chops with comforting sides like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal. Keywords: maple mustard pork chops, quick skillet dinner, pork chop recipes, sweet and savory pork chops, weeknight dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 0.25 cups maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and black pepper. Set them aside while you prepare the sauce.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil until well combined.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops and sear them for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set them aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour the maple mustard sauce into the skillet, stirring to combine with the garlic. Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes to slightly reduce and thicken.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them to coat. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the pork chops cook for an additional 6-8 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. Spoon additional sauce from the skillet over the pork chops and garnish with fresh thyme leaves, if desired.
Serve warm with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 937 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 39.0 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 574 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
