Maple-Mustard Glazed Grilled Pork Chops
Juicy pork chops brushed with a sweet and tangy maple-mustard glaze, grilled to caramelized perfection. This american-inspired grilling ready in about 32 minutes pairs pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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 (about 1 inch thick, 6 ounces each) bone-in pork chops
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 tsp garlic powder until smooth.
- Step 2: Rub 4 bone-in pork chops generously with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 425°F). Place pork chops on the grill and cook for 4 minutes on one side.
- Step 4: Flip the pork chops and brush each generously with the maple-mustard glaze. Grill for another 4-5 minutes, brushing with the glaze again halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 145°F and glaze is caramelized.
- Step 5: Remove pork chops from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Mustard Glazed Grilled Pork Chops take to make?
Total time is about 32 minutes (20 min prep + 12 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-Mustard Glazed Grilled 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 pure maple syrup from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Mustard Glazed Grilled 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 Maple-Mustard Glazed Grilled 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 Maple-Mustard Glazed Grilled Pork Chops?
American grilling 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.
