Description
This Maple Glazed Pork Chops recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, featuring tender bone-in pork chops seared to a golden brown and finished in the oven with a luscious maple syrup glaze infused with Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Ideal for a comforting yet elegant dinner, this dish cooks quickly and serves four people.
Ingredients
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Pork Chops
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Maple Glaze
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the pork chops after searing.
- Season the pork chops: Generously season both sides of the pork chops with salt and black pepper to enhance their natural flavor.
- Sear the pork chops: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear each side for 3-4 minutes until they develop a golden brown crust, sealing in the juices.
- Prepare the maple glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until smooth and combined.
- Coat the chops with glaze: Pour the maple glaze over the seared pork chops in the skillet, making sure each chop is well coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Bake the pork chops: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes or until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), ensuring they are perfectly cooked through.
- Rest before serving: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for a few minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in juicy, tender meat ready to serve.
Notes
- For best results, use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature for food safety and optimal doneness.
- Bone-in pork chops add more flavor but can be substituted with boneless if preferred; adjust cooking time as needed.
- The maple glaze can be prepared ahead of time to streamline cooking.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or a light salad to balance the sweetness of the glaze.
