Iowan Maple-Glazed Pork Chops

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

Tender pork chops coated in a sweet-savory maple-dijon glaze, served with roasted seasonal vegetables for a hearty meal that balances the chill of cold weather. This american-inspired sheet pan (gluten-free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs bone-in, 1-inch thick pork chops, maple syrup, Dijon mustard 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 bone-in, 1-inch thick pork chops
• 3 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 medium carrots
• 2 medium sweet potatoes
• 1 tsp fresh thyme
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 4 bone-in pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp paprika. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then sear chops for 4 minutes per side until golden brown — remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: Add 4 medium diced carrots and 2 medium diced sweet potatoes to the skillet, tossing to coat in oil. Sprinkle with 1 tsp fresh thyme and 1/2 tsp salt, then roast in a preheated 400°F oven for 15 minutes until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
3. Step 3: While vegetables roast, whisk 3 tbsp maple syrup and 1 tbsp Dijon mustard in a small bowl until smooth. Brush the glaze evenly over the seared pork chops.
4. Step 4: Return pork chops to the skillet with vegetables, spooning any accumulated juices over them. Bake uncovered in the 400°F oven for 10-12 minutes until pork reaches 145°F internally and glaze is bubbly and caramelized — check with an instant-read thermometer.