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Honey Glazed Pork Chops with Sweet Potato Mash

Honey glazed pork chops with sweet potato mash is an easy dish for 4 people, ready in 35 minutes, at about €3.10 per person. The chops are pan seared then glazed with honey and thyme, served over a buttery sweet potato mash. The key is watching the honey closely so it caramelizes without burning.

Tonight, pan seared pork chops glazed with honey and thyme, served with a bright orange sweet potato mash.

Honey Glazed Pork Chops with Sweet Potato Mash
Total time
35 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost per person
€3.10
Calories per person
550 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Fall, Winter
The kids
They generally like it

Pork chops seared golden in the pan, then coated in a glossy honey and thyme glaze, with just enough garlic to flavor the pan juices. The sweet potato mash brings its orange color and mild sweetness, which pairs naturally with the honey without making the dish too sweet.

This is a weeknight recipe, quick to put together with simple ingredients you likely already have. Kids tend to love the sweetness of the mash and the honey glaze, while adults appreciate how fast it comes together after a long day. A warming dish for the cooler months of fall and winter.

The ingredients

4 people

Butcher

  • Pork chops 4

Fruits and vegetables

  • Sweet potatoes 900 g
  • Thyme 4 sprigs
  • Garlic 2 cloves

Pantry

  • Honey 3 tbsp
  • Olive oiloften in the pantry 2 tbsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Dairy

  • Butter 30 g
  • Milk 10 cl

Allergens Lactose

The step by step recipe

  1. Peel the sweet potatoes, cut them into cubes and cook them in salted water. 18 min

    Pierce a cube to check, it should mash easily with no resistance.

  2. Drain the sweet potatoes and mash them with the butter, hot milk, salt and pepper.

    Warm the milk before adding it, the mash stays hotter longer.

  3. Heat the oil in a skillet and sear the pork chops with the crushed garlic and thyme. 10 min

    Flip the chops only once for a good crust.

  4. Add the honey to the skillet, let it caramelize and spoon the glaze over the chops. 2 min

    Watch it closely, honey goes from golden to burnt fast.

  5. Let the chops rest for two minutes, then serve them over the mash with the pan juices. 2 min

    Resting keeps the juices inside the meat.

Our tips to get it right

  • Pick pork chops of even thickness, around 2 centimeters, so they cook evenly throughout.
  • Mash the sweet potatoes while they're still hot, they turn lumpy and stiff as they cool down.
  • Keep the pan with its juices after removing the chops, that's what gives the whole dish its flavor once poured over the meat.

The variations

  • Swap the pork for chicken breasts, cutting the stovetop cooking time to about 2 minutes per side.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace the pork chops with thick slices of halloumi, seared and glazed with honey the same way.
  • To save time, skip the homemade mash and use sweet potato fries baked in the oven while the chops cook.

What to serve it with

  • A sharply dressed green salad
  • Steamed green beans
  • A glass of apple juice

Storage

The pork chops and mash keep for 2 days in the fridge in a sealed container. The mash freezes well for up to 2 months, though the meat loses some tenderness once thawed. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave, adding a splash of milk to the mash if it has thickened.

Questions about this dish

Can you make the sweet potato mash ahead of time?

Yes, make the mash the day before and keep it in the fridge in a sealed container. Reheat it gently in a skillet or microwave, adding a little milk to bring back its texture.

How do you cook pork chops so they stay tender?

Cook them for about 10 minutes in a skillet over medium heat, flipping only once. Always let the meat rest for 2 minutes before serving so the juices stay inside.

Can you replace the honey with something else?

Yes, maple syrup works just as well and caramelizes in the same way. Use the same amount and keep an eye on it, since it burns just as fast as honey.

Is this recipe good for kids?

Yes, the sweetness of the honey and sweet potato mash is usually a hit with kids. You can cut the pork chops into smaller pieces before serving for younger children.

How long does it take to make honey glazed pork chops with sweet potato mash?

Count 35 min in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “easy”.

How many calories are in honey glazed pork chops with sweet potato mash?

About 550 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does honey glazed pork chops with sweet potato mash cost?

About €3.10 per serving, or €12.40 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains lactose. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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