Spicy Maple Roasted Pork Chops and Sweet Potatoes
Bring bold flavors to your dinner table with Spicy Maple Roasted Pork Chops and Sweet Potatoes, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and spicy in every bite. Juicy bone-in pork chops are seared to golden perfection and glazed with an irresistible mixture of maple syrup, smoked paprika, and a kick of cayenne pepper, then roasted alongside caramelized sweet potatoes coated in a rosemary-infused maple glaze. This one-pan wonder is ready in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. With its balance of tender, smoky pork and sweet, buttery potatoes, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that’s as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Try this easy yet gourmet recipe, and turn dinner into a delicious celebration!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1/8 cup (2 tablespoons) of maple syrup, 0.5 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of fresh rosemary, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Whisk the mixture together to form a glaze.
Pour the glaze over the sweet potatoes and toss until evenly coated. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on one side of the prepared baking sheet.
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with the remaining garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In the same small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, maple syrup, cayenne pepper, and fresh rosemary to create a glaze for the pork chops.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 2 minutes on each side to develop a golden crust.
Transfer the seared pork chops to the other side of the baking sheet, leaving room between each chop.
Brush the maple glaze over the pork chops generously, covering both sides.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping the sweet potatoes and basting the pork chops with any remaining glaze halfway through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Once the pork chops are cooked through and the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized, remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the pork chops alongside the roasted sweet potatoes, garnished with an extra sprinkle of fresh rosemary if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2632 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.6 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.5 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 3040 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.1 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.7 g | ||
| Protein | 198.5 g | 397% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2636 mg | 56% | |
*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.
