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Honey-Dijon Pork Chops
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2
Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
3
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the Dijon, honey, mayonnaise, sour cream, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder until combined into a smooth dressing. Set aside.
4
Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and black pepper.
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Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place two pork chops in the skillet. Sear the pork, undisturbed, until browned on the bottom, 2-3 minutes. Flip the chops and sear for an additional 2 minutes on the other side. Transfer the pork chops to the baking dish.
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Repeat the searing process with the remaining butter and pork chops.
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Brush or spoon an equal amount of the honey-Dijon mixture over the top of each pork chop.
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Bake the pork chops on the middle rack of oven until they have released some juices, 7-8 minutes.
9
Set the oven to broil. Broil the pork chops until the honey-Dijon topping is browned and the meat reaches an internal temperature of 140°F, 2-3 minutes.
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Check to see that pork chops are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
11
Allow the pork chops to rest for 3 minutes. Plate the pork chops and serve immediately.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Bring Pork to Room Temperature 🌡️Remove pork chops from the refrigerator 20-30 minutes before cooking to ensure even heat distribution and prevent dry edges while the center cooks through.
- Balance Your Sauce Ratio 🥄Taste your honey-Dijon mixture before baking and adjust the honey-to-mustard ratio based on your preference—add more honey for sweetness or mustard for tanginess to customize the depth of flavor.
- Pat Dry for Better Browning 🧈Use paper towels to thoroughly dry the pork chops before searing in butter; this creates a golden crust and prevents steam from interfering with the caramelization process.
- Sear Before Saucing 🔥Brown the seasoned pork chops in butter for 3-4 minutes per side before adding the honey-Dijon sauce to develop a flavorful crust that won't get washed away during baking.
- Use Bone-In for Maximum Flavor 🦴The bone conducts heat evenly and adds richness to the surrounding sauce; bone-in chops are more forgiving if slightly overcooked and deliver superior juiciness compared to boneless cuts.
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Diet at a Glance
Low Carb
High Protein
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