Crispy Maple Bacon Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce
Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, these maple bacon pork chops are a family favorite. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the perfect crispy pork chops. The creamy Dijon sauce is the cherry on top. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe and Fresh Lettuce Wrapped Veggie Spring Rolls with Almond Dip.
Why This Crispy Maple Bacon Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside
- Easy to make, better than takeout
- The creamy Dijon sauce is irresistible
- Perfect for busy weeknights
What You'll Need for Crispy Maple Bacon Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 6 bone-in pork chops
- 6 slices bacon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Pork chops: Bone-in pork chops have more flavor and stay moist.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast iron skillet — Even heat for perfect searing and crispiness. → See on Amazon
- Meat thermometer — Prevents overcooking and ensures perfect doneness. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Maple Bacon Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce
- Prepare the pork chops: Pat pork chops dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Cook the bacon: In a large skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, but keep the grease.
- Cook the pork chops: Add pork chops to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Glaze the pork chops: Pour maple syrup over the pork chops. Spoon the bacon grease over the top. Cook for another 2 minutes, until the syrup has thickened.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, mix Dijon mustard and heavy cream. Pour the mixture into the skillet. Cook for another 2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
- Serve: Top with crispy bacon and fresh parsley. Serve with the creamy Dijon sauce on the side.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Maple Bacon Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce
- Common mistake and fix: The #1 reason this recipe fails is overcooking the pork chops. Use a meat thermometer to prevent this.
- Substitution: No maple syrup? You can use honey instead.
- Make-ahead: You can cook the bacon and pork chops ahead of time. Just reheat before serving.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Maple Bacon Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can cook the bacon and pork chops ahead of time. Just reheat before serving.
Freezing Crispy Maple Bacon Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce
Freeze cooked pork chops for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra crispiness, pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel before seasoning.
- Best substitution: No maple syrup? You can use honey instead.
- Make-ahead: You can cook the bacon and pork chops ahead of time. Just reheat before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, cook it down longer. If it's too thick, add a little more cream.
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Crispy Maple Bacon Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 bone-in pork chops
- 6 slices bacon
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the pork chops: Pat pork chops dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Cook the bacon: In a large skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside, but keep the grease.
- Cook the pork chops: Add pork chops to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Glaze the pork chops: Pour maple syrup over the pork chops. Spoon the bacon grease over the top. Cook for another 2 minutes, until the syrup has thickened.
- Make the sauce: In a small bowl, mix Dijon mustard and heavy cream. Pour the mixture into the skillet. Cook for another 2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
- Serve: Top with crispy bacon and fresh parsley. Serve with the creamy Dijon sauce on the side.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra crispiness, pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel before seasoning.
- Best substitution: No maple syrup? You can use honey instead.
- Make-ahead: You can cook the bacon and pork chops ahead of time. Just reheat before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If your sauce is too thin, cook it down longer. If it's too thick, add a little more cream.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked pork chops for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through.
- Make ahead: You can cook the bacon and pork chops ahead of time. Just reheat before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 12g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Maple Bacon Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce FAQs
Yes, you can cook the bacon and pork chops ahead of time. Just reheat before serving.
The #1 reason this recipe fails is overcooking the pork chops. Use a meat thermometer to prevent this.
Yes, you can freeze cooked pork chops for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Yes, you can cook the pork chops in the air fryer at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
These maple bacon pork chops are better than takeout. They're crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and the creamy Dijon sauce is irresistible.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Maple Bacon Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
