Description
These Maple Dijon Pork Chops with Sweet Potatoes offer a delightful contrast of flavors and textures. The juicy, tender pork is glazed with a sweet and tangy maple-dijon sauce, while the roasted sweet potatoes provide a creamy, caramelized bite that complements the dish perfectly.
Ingredients
Scale
- Pork Chops: 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1 inch thick
- Marinade:
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the pork chops in a resealable bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and caramelized, stirring halfway through.
- While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the pork chops from the marinade and sear them for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the seared pork chops to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving with the roasted sweet potatoes.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead by marinating the pork chops the night before.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a lower-carb option, substitute sweet potatoes with cauliflower florets.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: baking and sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop with 1/2 cup sweet potatoes
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 5 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
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