Crispy Maple-Glazed Pork Chops
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 ready in about 40 minutes pairs (6 oz each) 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.
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
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.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Crispy Maple-Glazed Pork Chops take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Crispy Maple-Glazed Pork Chops?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) pork chops from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Maple-Glazed Pork Chops?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Crispy Maple-Glazed Pork Chops for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Crispy Maple-Glazed Pork Chops?
American pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
- ★★☆☆☆
The proportions seem off. Way too much of some ingredients.
