One-Pan Pork Chops with Pear Mustard Sauce

Juicy seared pork chops simmer with pears, Dijon, maple syrup, and thyme in a quick one-pan sauce ready in about 35 minutes.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 25 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 4 pork chops
• 2 pears
• 1 tbsp dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp fresh thyme
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Cooking instructions

1. Pat the pork chops dry and season both sides with the salt and black pepper. (about 3 min)
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reaches 145°F. Transfer them to a plate and rest for 3 minutes. (about 10 min) — Medium-high heat; pork reaches 145°F
3. Add the pears to the skillet and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, turning once, until lightly browned and tender. (about 4 min) — Medium heat
4. Stir in the broth, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and thyme, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, until the sauce slightly thickens. (about 4 min) — Medium heat
5. Return the pork chops and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes, spooning the sauce over the chops, then serve. (about 2 min) — Low heat