Sassy Pork Chops

Get ready to elevate your dinner game with these Sassy Pork Chops—a bold and flavorful dish that's equal parts smoky, tangy, and sweet! Perfectly seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of brown sugar, these bone-in pork chops are seared to golden perfection before being coated in a luscious glaze made with Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Finished in the oven for a juicy, tender result, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for busy weeknights or a special family meal. Serve these pork chops with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted veggies for a comforting, crowd-pleasing dinner that’s as sassy as it is satisfying!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. This helps with even searing.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the pork chops.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil shimmers, add the pork chops and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and carefully deglaze the pan by adding the apple cider vinegar, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon.

Step 6

Whisk in the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, honey, red pepper flakes, and water. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 7

Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the glaze over them to coat. Transfer the entire skillet to the preheated oven.

Step 8

Bake the pork chops for 10-12 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) as measured with a meat thermometer.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 3-5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 10

Sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish, if desired. Serve warm with your favorite side dishes like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(985.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2374.5

Total Fat 145.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 544mg	0%
Sodium 3364.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 58.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g	0%
Total Sugars 52.4g
Protein 193.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 133.9mg	0%
Iron 7.6mg	0%
Potassium 2722.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.5%

Protein: 33.5%

Carbs: 10.1%