Best 6 Tender Maple Glazed Pork Chops Recipes

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**Tender Maple-Glazed Pork Chops: A Symphony of Sweet and Savory Flavors**

Indulge in the delectable experience of tender maple-glazed pork chops, where the succulent meat meets a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors. This culinary masterpiece is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, with its caramelized glaze glistening under the warm kitchen lights. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey with our diverse collection of recipes, ranging from classic to innovative, each promising a unique take on this timeless dish. From the traditional bone-in pork chops to quick and easy boneless variations, our recipes cater to every preference and skill level. Let the tantalizing aroma of maple syrup and spices fill your kitchen as you create a meal that will leave your family and friends craving for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MAPLE BALSAMIC GLAZED PORK CHOPS



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Tender, juicy, bone-in glazed pork chops are seared and coated in a lip-smacking maple balsamic vinegar sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, or a party!

Provided by The Chunky Chef

Time 14m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 bone-in, center cut pork chops
olive oil
salt and pepper (to taste)
1/4 cup maple syrup
3-4 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 Tbsp beef broth
1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic (smashed)
1 sprig fresh rosemary
1 sprig fresh thyme
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine all glaze ingredients. Heat over MED heat until it reaches a low boil. Cook until sauce reduces down, about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
  • Place cast iron skillet in oven and preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Pat chops dry with a paper towel, then rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Remove skillet from oven and place on burner over MED-HIGH heat. Place chops in the skillet, you should hear them sizzle immediately. Let cook 2-3 minutes to sear. Brush pork with glaze.
  • Flip pork chops over, brush the other side with the glaze, and transfer skillet back to the hot oven. Bake until a thermometer inserted into the center reads 140 degrees F (about 5-8 minutes, depending on the thickness of your pork chops).
  • Transfer pork chops to a plate, tent loosely with aluminum foil and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Serve pork chops with a bit of the glaze drizzled over the top if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 kcal, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Protein 10.47 g, Fat 6.4 g, Cholesterol 34.3 mg, Sodium 69.5 mg, Sugar 14.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PORK CHOPS WITH GINGER MAPLE SAUCE



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An unusual combination of cinnamon, chili powder, ginger and maple syrup gives these tender pork chops simply fantastic flavor! No one will believe this recipe is lower in fat. Ruth Gooding - Los Angeles, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium onion, chopped
4 teaspoons canola oil, divided
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 bone-in pork loin chops (6 ounces each)
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small skillet over medium-low heat, cook onion in 2 teaspoons oil until golden brown and very tender, about 10 minutes. Add ginger; cook and stir 2 minutes longer., Meanwhile, combine the chili powder, salt, pepper and cinnamon; rub over both sides of pork chops. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chops in remaining oil for 2-3 minutes on each side., Add the broth, syrup and onion mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes or until meat is tender. Remove chops and keep warm. , Bring broth mixture to a boil; cook, uncovered, until liquid is thickened and reduced to 1/2 cup. Serve chops with rice and sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY MAPLE PORK CHOPS



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Super easy and tasty pork chops.

Provided by JAYELLE72

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Baked

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 (1-inch thick) bone-in pork chops
¼ cup real maple syrup
¼ cup water
¼ cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon chili powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops in the preheated skillet until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Arrange seared chops into a casserole dish.
  • Whisk maple syrup, water, onion, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, salt, and pepper together in a bowl to dissolve the chili powder; pour over the pork chops.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the chops are no longer pink in the center, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 87.5 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 34.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 98.1 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

MAPLE GLAZED PORK TENDERLOINS



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These pork tenderloins look so good and it is an easy recipe. Look for the Apple Summer Slaw recipe I will post to have as a side dish. Yummy! This recipe comes from Pillsbury Cool Cooking for Hot Days cookbooklet dated July 1997 #197.

Provided by lauralie41

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 4 pieces, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushed
1 teaspoon dried marjoram, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 tablespoon margarine, or butter
2 tablespoons real maple syrup, or Hungry Jack microwave ready regular syrup

Steps:

  • In a plastic, resealable bag combine the first 5 in bag. Seal and shake well.
  • Add pork slices to bag, reseal and shake to coat the pork well.
  • In large nonstick skillet melt margarine or butter over medium-high heat. Add pork mixture to skillet, cook 8-10 minutes or until browned and no longer pink. When browned, add syrup and glaze pork well while stirring.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.2, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 239.1, Carbohydrate 7.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 6.1, Protein 23.5

MAPLE-GLAZED PORK CHOPS



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Pork chops baked and glazed with brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, peaches, and green peppers.

Provided by Sarah

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Baked

Time 55m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons salted butter
1 cup maple syrup
¼ cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
¼ cup water
2 (1-inch thick) bone-in pork chops
2 fresh peaches, sliced
2 green bell peppers, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a medium skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Stir in maple syrup, brown sugar, and honey; bring to a simmer. When glaze is rapidly simmering, turn off heat.
  • Pour water into a 9x13-inch baking pan. Place pork chops in the water and surround with peach and bell pepper slices. Slowly pour glaze over chops, peaches, and peppers.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, turning halfway, until pork is slightly pink in the center, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 922.9 calories, Carbohydrate 152.3 g, Cholesterol 111.7 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 180.4 mg, Sugar 137.4 g

MAPLE-GLAZED PORK CHOPS



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A tasty way to fix pork chops that can be grilled or prepared in the oven. The sauce is also good on ham. From Pillsbury Grilling & Picnics. Be sure to use a good maple syrup from the US's Northeast region.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Ham

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pork chops, 3/4-inch thick
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
3/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Grill directions:.
  • Heat grill. Rub both sides of pork chops with salt and pepper. In small saucepan, combine all glaze ingredients; mix well. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Set aside.
  • When ready to grill, place pork chops on medium heat 4 to 6-inches from medium coals. Cook 15 minutes, turning once.
  • Brush pork chops with glaze. Cook an additional 10 minutes or until no longer pink, turning once and brushing frequently with glaze. Bring any remaining glaze to a boil; serve with pork chops.
  • Oven Directions:.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Rub both sides of pork chops with salt and pepper. In small saucepan, combine all glaze ingredients; mix well. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Set aside.
  • Brush pork chops with glaze. Bake pork chops for 30 minutes, basting with glaze every 8-10 minutes.
  • Bring any remaining glaze to a boil; serve with pork chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 75, Sodium 429.9, Carbohydrate 50.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 44.9, Protein 23

Tips:

  • For the most tender pork chops, choose chops that are at least 1 inch thick.
  • To ensure even cooking, pound the pork chops to an even thickness.
  • Use a flavorful marinade to infuse the pork chops with flavor.
  • Cook the pork chops over medium heat to prevent them from drying out.
  • Baste the pork chops with the maple glaze frequently during cooking.
  • Serve the pork chops immediately with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Tender Maple-Glazed Pork Chops are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The pork chops are marinated in a flavorful mixture of maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and herbs, then cooked to perfection and glazed with a sweet and sticky maple glaze. The result is a tender, juicy, and flavorful pork chop that is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.

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