Maple-Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops with Roasted Root Vegetables
Tender pork chops coated in a sweet-tart glaze, served alongside caramelized carrots and parsnips. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 50 minutes pairs (1-inch thick) pork chops, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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 (1-inch thick) pork chops
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks carrots
- 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks parsnips
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear pork chops for 3 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer skillet to oven and roast for 12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Step 3: While pork cooks, toss carrots, parsnips, minced garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and thyme in a baking dish. Roast for 20 minutes until vegetables are fork-tender and caramelized.
- Step 4: Whisk maple syrup and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl. Remove pork from oven, pour glaze over chops, and return to oven for 2 minutes to caramelize. Let rest 5 minutes before serving with roasted vegetables.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops with Roasted Root Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Maple-Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops with Roasted Root Vegetables?
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 (1-inch thick) pork chops from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops with Roasted Root Vegetables?
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 Maple-Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops with Roasted Root Vegetables 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 Maple-Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops with Roasted Root Vegetables?
American one pot 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
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
