Description
Looking for the best dinner ideas that feel comforting and reliable? This easy recipe is quick simple and perfect for busy nights. Juicy pork chops bake in a sweet and tangy sauce for a healthy style meal that feels special without effort. Great for family dinners weekend meals or casual gatherings and simple enough for beginners who want the best results every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone in pork chops
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp whole grain mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 lemon sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish. Pat 4 bone in pork chops dry with paper towels to help the sauce stick and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl whisk together 3 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard 2 tablespoons olive oil and minced garlic until smooth and well combined.
- Place the pork chops in the baking dish and spoon the honey mustard mixture over both sides making sure they are evenly coated for best flavor.
- Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes basting once halfway through with pan juices and cook until the internal temperature reaches 145°F for juicy pork.
- Remove from the oven let rest for 5 minutes then serve with pan sauce and lemon slices for brightness.
Notes
- Let pork rest before serving to keep it juicy.
- Use a thermometer to avoid overcooking.
- Add herbs like thyme for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg