Minnesota Maple-Glazed Pork Chops
Tender pork chops with a sticky-sweet maple-mustard glaze, finished with fresh apple slices for a Midwestern twist. This american-inspired grilling ready in about 30 minutes pairs (1-inch thick, bone-in) pork chops, olive oil, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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, bone-in) pork chops
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 large, thinly sliced apple
- 1, minced shallot
- 1/4 cup chicken stock
- 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear pork chops for 4 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer to a plate.
- Step 3: Add minced shallot to the same skillet and cook for 1 minute until softened. Stir in 3 tbsp maple syrup and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, then cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Pour in 1/4 cup chicken stock and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes until slightly reduced.
- Step 5: Return pork chops to the skillet, nestling them in the sauce. Add 1 large sliced apple and 1 tsp fresh thyme. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes until pork reaches 145°F internal temperature.
- Step 6: Remove pork chops from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes. Discard apple slices, then strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl. Drizzle over rested pork chops before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Minnesota Maple-Glazed Pork Chops take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Minnesota 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota Maple-Glazed 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
