Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Maple-Dijon Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Juicy pork chops pan-seared to golden perfection, finished with a sweet and tangy maple-Dijon glaze, served alongside caramelized roasted sweet potatoes. This american-inspired pork ready in about 50 minutes pairs teaspoon salt, teaspoon black pepper, tablespoons olive oil 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 chops, about 1 inch thick bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large (about 2 pounds) sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 2 large peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender and caramelized.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, season 4 bone-in pork chops with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder on both sides.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until a golden crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Step 4: In the last 2 minutes of cooking, reduce heat to medium-low and brush pork chops with a glaze made from 3 tablespoons maple syrup and 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard. Let the glaze thicken and coat the chops, about 1-2 minutes.
- Step 5: Serve pork chops hot with the roasted sweet potatoes alongside.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Maple-Dijon Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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 Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Maple-Dijon Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes?
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 teaspoon salt from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Maple-Dijon Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes?
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 Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Maple-Dijon Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes 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 Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Maple-Dijon Glaze and Roasted Sweet Potatoes?
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.
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