Description
These Maple Glazed Pork Chops feature a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors with a rich maple syrup glaze, Dijon mustard, and smoky paprika. Pan-seared to develop a golden crust and then baked to juicy perfection, this easy 40-minute recipe makes for an elegant yet simple weeknight dinner.
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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pork chops after searing.
- Season Pork Chops: Generously season both sides of each pork chop with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Sear Pork Chops: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and sear them for 3-4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust.
- Prepare Maple Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to create a flavorful glaze.
- Apply Glaze: Pour the maple glaze evenly over the seared pork chops in the skillet, ensuring each chop is well coated.
- Bake Pork Chops: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the pork chops for 15–20 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Rest and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute before serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork reaches a safe internal temperature of 145°F for perfect doneness.
- Bone-in pork chops add flavor and help keep the meat moist.
- The maple glaze can be adjusted for sweetness or tanginess by varying the maple syrup and vinegar amounts.
- If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, you can transfer the pork chops to a baking dish after searing.
- Letting the meat rest after baking ensures juicy and tender chops.
