Honey Mustard Grilled Pork Chops
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
45 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
350 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Honey Mustard Grilled Pork Chops
Description
This recipe prepares a honey mustard glaze by simmering apple cider vinegar combined with cornstarch, honey, whole grain mustard with seeds, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and brown sugar until slightly thickened. The glaze is divided for basting and serving. Pork chops are seasoned simply with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, grilled over medium-high heat, and basted with the glaze to build layers of flavor and shine.
The grilling imparts a browned crust while keeping the pork chops juicy inside. The glaze adds a bright vinegar tang paired with mustard seed texture and a sweet balance from honey and brown sugar, complemented by the mild heat of cayenne and onion powder. Cooking times are adjusted to avoid overcooking, preserving tenderness.
The pork chops can be served with the reserved glaze drizzled on top to enhance flavor. Boneless chops may be used but require shorter cooking times to prevent drying out.
For a complete summer meal, the chops pair well with fresh salads such as Peach Caprese or Caprese Pasta Salad with Basil Pesto.
Ingredients
- 2 TB apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp cornstarch
- ½ cup honey pure
- 3 TB whole grain mustard with seeds in it
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ cup brown sugar packed
- salt Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 4 pork chops bone-in*, 1-inch thickness, 8-10 oz each
Instructions
- In a saucepan, whisk together the vinegar and cornstarch until fully dissolved and no white bits of cornstarch remain. Add honey, mustard, onion powder, cayenne, and brown sugar. Whisk to combine, simmer over medium heat and continue whisking until glaze is reduced a bit, 5 minutes. Divide and reserve half of the glaze for serving. Keep other half of glaze for basting.
- Pat chops dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 tsp kosher salt with 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Sprinkle chops evenly with salt/pepper combination.
- Grease grill and preheat on medium-high. Grill chops about 3-4 min per side, or just until center is cooked. Don't over cook. Brush chops with glaze that was reserved for basting and grill another minute per side.
- Serve with reserved glaze drizzled over cooked chops.
Notes
- Boneless pork chops can be substituted but require shorter cooking times to avoid drying out.
- Serve with fresh salads like Peach Caprese or Caprese Pasta Salad with Basil Pesto for a balanced meal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 350 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 350kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 194mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 570mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 48g | 96% |
| Vitamin A | 65IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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