Print

Savory Honey Mustard Pork Chops with Caramelized Apples

savory honey mustard pork chops - featured image
Print Recipe

A quick and easy recipe featuring juicy pork chops glazed with a tangy honey mustard sauce and topped with warm, buttery caramelized apples. Perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick, around 6 oz or 170 g each) – boneless works too
  • 2 medium Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, cored and sliced
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard, 2 tablespoons honey, and 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Pat dry 4 pork chops with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the pork chops and sear without moving for about 4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear the other side for 3-4 minutes. Remove chops and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon butter and the sliced apples. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon brown sugar over the apples and stir to coat. Cook over medium heat for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender and just starting to brown. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  5. Return pork chops to the pan nestling them among the apples. Pour the honey mustard sauce over everything. Add fresh thyme or rosemary if using. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 5-7 minutes, spooning sauce over chops once or twice.
  6. Use a meat thermometer to confirm pork reaches 145°F (63°C). If you don’t have one, ensure chops are firm but juicy and juices run clear. Remove chops to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
  7. Spoon the caramelized apples and sauce over the pork chops and serve immediately.

Notes

If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or broth during simmering. If too thin, remove the lid and cook longer to reduce. Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork is cooked to 145°F (63°C). Let pork rest for 5 minutes to lock in juices. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based margarine or coconut oil. Firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best for caramelizing.

Nutrition

Keywords: pork chops, honey mustard, caramelized apples, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal, savory, sweet and savory, comfort food

Find it online: https://chrisfeasts.com/savory-honey-mustard-pork-chops-with-caramelized-apples-recipe-easy-and-delicious/