If comfort food had a golden glaze, it would be this: tender pork chops seared to perfection and coated in a sticky, tangy-sweet honey mustard sauce. It’s the kind of dish that feels fancy enough for guests but simple enough for a Tuesday night. And once you taste it, you’ll understand why it’s been a go-to in my kitchen for years.
I still remember the first time I made it—rain tapping on the windows, craving something cozy but not too heavy. I had pork chops, but wanted more than just the usual pan-fry. So I whisked together honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, and a splash of vinegar, and spooned it over the chops as they sizzled. The result? Juicy, golden pork with a glaze that clung to every bite. My family didn’t just eat—they devoured.
🧂 Ingredients
Ingredient | Amount |
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Pork chops (bone-in or boneless) | 4 chops, 1½–2 lbs total, 1″ thick |
Olive oil or butter | 2 tbsp |
Chicken broth or water | ½ cup |
Dijon mustard | 3 tbsp |
Whole-grain mustard (optional) | 2 tbsp |
Honey | ¼ cup |
Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
Apple cider vinegar or lemon juice | 1 tbsp |
Paprika | ½ tsp |
Salt | ½ tsp |
Black pepper | ½ tsp |
Fresh parsley (optional garnish) | As desired |
👩🍳 Instructions
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