Honey Maple Pork Chops

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these irresistible Honey Maple Pork Chops, a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. Juicy pork chops are seared to golden perfection and bathed in a luscious glaze made from honey, pure maple syrup, and a hint of soy sauce, creating a rich caramelized coating that will leave your taste buds delighted. Infused with the warmth of garlic and finished with fresh thyme for a hint of herbal freshness, this dish is as comforting as it is elegant. Ready in just 30 minutes, these pork chops are ideal for busy evenings but impressive enough for entertaining. Pair them with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp salad to complete this indulgent, home-cooked masterpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in or boneless pork chops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the pork chops to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove the chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter in the same skillet.

Step 5

Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the honey, maple syrup, and soy sauce, mixing well to create a glaze.

Step 7

Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the glaze over the tops of the chops.

Step 8

Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, occasionally basting the chops with the glaze, until they are cooked through to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 9

Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 3-5 minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh thyme leaves, if desired, and serve warm with your choice of sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	876.9 grams (876.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1794

Total Fat 108.10g	139%
Saturated Fat 38.40g	192%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 362mg	121%
Sodium 3234mg	141%
Total Carbohydrate 98.20g	36%
Dietary Fiber 0.90g	3%
Total Sugars 91.40g
Protein 111.20g	222%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 65mg	5%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 1552mg	33%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.7%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 21.7%