Most Comforting Maple-Glazed Pork Chops
Juicy pork chops glazed with a sweet maple-brown sugar sauce, served with roasted vegetables. This american-inspired pork ready in about 60 minutes pairs bone-in, 1-inch thick pork chops, maple syrup, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp, fresh or dried thyme
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 medium, sliced carrots
- 1 cup, halved brussels sprouts
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss 2 medium carrots and 1 cup Brussels sprouts with 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp thyme. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
- Step 2: In a separate pan, sear 4 pork chops in 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Add 1/4 cup maple syrup, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar. Stir to coat.
- Step 3: Transfer pork chops to a baking dish, pour the glaze over them, and roast for 15-20 minutes until the glaze is caramelized and the pork is tender.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Most Comforting Maple-Glazed Pork Chops take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (25 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 Most Comforting 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 maple syrup from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Most Comforting 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 Most Comforting 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 Most Comforting Maple-Glazed Pork Chops?
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.
What others are saying
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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My whole family loved this.
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Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
