Crispy Maple-Glazed Pork Chops

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-03 · Updated 2026-04-03

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Tender pork chops coated in a sweet and smoky maple-brown sugar glaze, seared to a golden crust and finished with a bourbon reduction. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs pork chops, maple syrup, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 410 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (6 oz each) pork chops
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp bourbon
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 tsp, fresh or dried thyme

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp butter, 1 tbsp bourbon, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp thyme. Set aside.
Step 2: Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp oil and sear pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until the glaze is caramelized and the edges are crispy.
Step 3: Spoon 1/2 of the glaze over the chops during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Transfer to a ovenproof dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes until the glaze is bubbling and the pork is fully cooked.
Step 4: Finish with a drizzle of remaining glaze and serve with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.