Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Texan Honey Mustard Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-27 · Updated 2026-06-27

Juicy pork chops pan-seared to golden perfection, finished with a tangy honey mustard glaze inspired by Texas flavors. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, kosher salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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 pieces (6 oz each) bone-in pork chops
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 4 bone-in pork chops dry and season both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
3. Step 3: Place pork chops in the skillet and sear for 4 minutes without moving until the edges are golden and caramelized.
4. Step 4: Flip pork chops and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F, then remove from heat and rest.
5. Step 5: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme until smooth.
6. Step 6: Spoon the honey mustard glaze over rested pork chops and serve immediately, allowing the glaze to coat the meat with a tangy-sweet finish.