5-Ingredient Honey Mustard Pork Chops

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Looking for a quick and tasty dinner idea? You can make these 5-ingredient honey mustard pork chops in just 15 minutes. They’re perfect for busy weeknights when you don’t have much time to cook.

The sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce coats the pork chops, giving them amazing flavor. You’ll love how easy this recipe is – just pan-fry the chops and brush on the sauce. It’s simple but so delicious!

Exact Ingredients (+ Possible Substitutes)

Here’s what you’ll need to make these tasty honey mustard pork chops:

• 4 pork chops
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Can’t find some ingredients? No worries! Try these swaps:

• Use boneless or bone-in chops – both work great!
• Swap honey for maple syrup or agave nectar
• Try whole grain mustard instead of Dijon
• Replace butter with olive oil for a different flavor
• Garlic salt can work in place of garlic powder (use less regular salt)

Want to jazz it up? Add some extras:

• Sprinkle in dried herbs like thyme or rosemary
• Toss in some chopped fresh parsley at the end
• Squeeze a bit of lemon juice for extra zing

Remember, cooking is all about having fun and making it your own. Feel free to play around with the ingredients to suit your taste!

Instructions

Mix honey and mustard in a small bowl. Set it aside for later.

Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops to the pan.

Sprinkle half the garlic powder on the chops. Cook for about 3 minutes until browned.

Flip the chops and sprinkle the rest of the garlic powder. Cook for 3 more minutes.

Remove chops from the skillet. Reduce heat and add garlic, honey, mustards, apple cider vinegar, and thyme to the pan.

Cook the sauce, stirring often, until it thickens. This takes about 2-3 minutes.

Return pork chops to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the top of each chop.

Let the chops simmer in the sauce for a few minutes to soak up the flavors.

Serve your honey mustard pork chops hot, with extra sauce spooned over the top if you like.

Tips, Tricks & Storing

For the best flavor, let the pork chops marinate in the honey mustard sauce for 30 minutes before cooking. This helps the meat soak up all the tasty flavors.

Don’t overcook your pork chops. They’re done when they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Use a meat thermometer to check.

Pat the pork chops dry before seasoning. This helps them brown better in the pan.

Try adding a splash of apple cider vinegar to the sauce for extra tang. It pairs well with the sweet honey and tangy mustard.

To store leftovers, put the pork chops in an airtight container. They’ll stay good in the fridge for 3-4 days.

You can freeze cooked pork chops for up to 3 months. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, then put them in a freezer bag.

To reheat, thaw in the fridge overnight. Warm them in a skillet over low heat, adding a bit of water to keep them moist.

For a quick side dish, steam some veggies while the pork chops cook. Broccoli or green beans work great with the honey mustard flavor.