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Flavorful Honey Mustard Glazed Pork Chops Recipe with Easy Spring Vegetables

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A quick and easy honey mustard glazed pork chops recipe paired with lightly sautéed spring vegetables, delivering a juicy, flavorful crust and fresh, crisp veggies perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
  • 1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup snap peas, ends trimmed
  • 1 cup baby carrots, halved lengthwise
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, and minced garlic. Set aside.
  2. Pat dry pork chops and season both sides generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Heat a large cast iron or stainless steel skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and warm until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
  4. Carefully lay pork chops into the hot pan. Sear for 3-4 minutes on the first side without moving them until golden-brown crust forms. Flip and sear the other side for 3 minutes.
  5. Lower heat to medium-low. Spoon honey mustard glaze evenly over each chop. Continue cooking for 3-4 more minutes, spooning glaze occasionally until thickened and sticky but not burnt.
  6. While pork cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Add asparagus, snap peas, and baby carrots. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and fresh thyme. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until crisp-tender. Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
  7. Check pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  8. Remove pork chops from pan and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork chops reach 145°F for perfect doneness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain a good sear. If glaze starts to burn, lower heat and add a splash of water. Rest pork chops 5 minutes before serving to keep them juicy. Vegetables can be swapped seasonally or for dietary preferences.

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