Honey Mustard Pork Chops Recipe
Looking for a quick dinner idea? This Honey Mustard Pork Chops Recipe is perfect! It takes only 30 minutes to make. The sweet and tangy sauce makes juicy pork chops.
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Meat thermometer
- Tongs or spatula
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops about 1 inch thick
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Add paprika for extra flavor.
- Let them sit for 5 minutes.
- This helps the seasoning stick better.
- Mix honey and both mustards in a bowl.
- Add minced garlic to the mixture.
- Whisk everything together until smooth.
- Set the sauce aside for later.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet.
- Use medium-high heat for best results.
- Place pork chops in the hot pan.
- Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- They should turn golden brown.
- Check the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Pour the honey mustard sauce over pork chops.
- Lower the heat to medium now.
- Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Spoon sauce over the meat while cooking.
- The sauce will thicken and coat nicely.
- Remove from heat when done.
- Let pork rest for 3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Don't overcook the pork chops.
- They become dry and tough.
- Use a meat thermometer for accuracy.
- Let the meat rest before cutting.
- This keeps the juices inside.
- Choose pork chops of equal thickness.
- They cook evenly that way.
- Make extra sauce if you want.
- It's great for dipping!
- Add a splash of apple cider vinegar.
- It makes the sauce more tangy.