Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Apples and Carrots

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Tender pork chops coated in a sweet maple-Dijon glaze, roasted with caramelized apples and carrots for a balanced, one-pan dinner ready in under 40 minutes. This american-inspired sheet pan ready in about 40 minutes pairs bone-in, 1-inch-thick pork chops, tablespoons olive oil, tablespoons pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a rimmed baking sheet in the oven to heat while preparing ingredients.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Step 3: Pat pork chops dry with paper towels, then brush the maple mixture evenly over both sides.
  4. Step 4: Arrange pork chops on the hot baking sheet, then place sliced apples and carrots around the edges.
  5. Step 5: Roast for 22-25 minutes, or until pork reaches 145°F (63°C) internally and apples/carrots are tender with golden edges.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Apples and Carrots take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 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 Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Apples and Carrots?

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 tablespoons olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Apples and Carrots?

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 Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Apples and Carrots 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 Sheet Pan Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Apples and Carrots?

American sheet pan 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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