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Crispy Honey Mustard Baked Pork Chops

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A quick and easy baked pork chops recipe featuring a crispy panko crust with a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless, 6–8 ounces each)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (raw or clover honey recommended)
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, finely chopped
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
  3. Mix the honey and Dijon mustard in a small bowl until smooth and set aside.
  4. In another bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Fold in optional herbs or lemon zest if using.
  5. Brush each pork chop generously with the honey mustard mixture on both sides.
  6. Press each chop firmly into the panko mixture, coating both sides evenly. Pat the crumbs on so they stick well.
  7. Place the coated pork chops on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet.
  8. Drizzle or brush the tops lightly with olive oil or melted butter.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  10. For extra crunch, broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
  11. Remove from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use a wire rack over the baking sheet to keep the crust crispy. Pat pork chops dry before coating to avoid sogginess. Rest pork chops after baking to keep them juicy. For gluten-free, substitute panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs. Broil at the end for extra crispiness but watch closely to prevent burning. Reheat leftovers in toaster or conventional oven to maintain crust crispness.

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