Maple-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary
Juicy pork chops brushed with a sweet and aromatic maple glaze infused with fresh rosemary, grilled to smoky perfection. This american-inspired pork ready in about 25 minutes pairs pure maple syrup, finely chopped fresh rosemary, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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, each about 1 inch thick (1.5 lbs total) bone-in pork chops
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth.
- Step 2: Pat dry 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick) with paper towels and brush both sides generously with half of the maple glaze.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium heat, around 375°F. Place pork chops on the grill and cook for 5 minutes without moving to develop grill marks.
- Step 4: Flip the pork chops and brush the cooked side with the remaining maple glaze. Continue grilling for another 4-5 minutes, brushing with glaze again halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Step 5: Remove pork chops from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to retain juices and enhance flavor.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary?
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 pure maple syrup from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary?
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-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary 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-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary?
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.