Honey mustard pork chops 🍯🥩
Honey Mustard Pork Chops are juicy pork chops coated in a sweet-tangy glaze made from honey and mustard. The balance of sweetness, acidity, and savory pork makes this a quick and flavorful dinner.
Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
- 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt & black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
Honey Mustard Sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp mustard (Dijon or yellow)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Season the pork
- Pat pork chops dry.
- Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
2. Sear the chops
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook pork chops 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
3. Add garlic
- Lower heat slightly and add minced garlic.
- Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Make the glaze
- Mix honey, mustard, soy sauce, lemon juice, paprika, and chili flakes.
- Pour into the pan with the pork chops.
5. Glaze the pork
- Simmer 2–3 minutes, spooning sauce over the chops until thick and glossy.
Serving 🍽️
Serve with:
- roasted potatoes
- steamed vegetables
- rice or mashed potatoes
Garnish with chopped parsley or a lemon wedge.
💡 Chef Tips
- Use Dijon mustard for a richer flavor.
- Let pork rest 3–5 minutes before serving to keep it juicy.
If you want, I can also show you:
- Oven-baked honey mustard pork chops (very juicy method)
- Restaurant plating for pork chops with sides 🍽️.
