Grilled Honey Mustard Pork Chops with Thyme

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick
• 1/3 cup honey
• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, plus extra for garnish
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Method

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, thyme leaves, garlic, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper.

2. 2

   Place the pork chops in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour two-thirds of the honey mustard mixture over them, turning to coat. Reserve the remaining mixture for basting. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator.

   15:00 · Marinate pork chops
3. 3

   Preheat a grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F, and scrape the grates clean.

   10:00 · Preheat grill
4. 4

   Remove the pork chops from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and discard the used marinade.

5. 5

   Grill the pork chops over direct heat, turning once, until grill marks form, about 5 minutes per side.

   5:00 · Grill chops
6. 6

   Brush the chops with the reserved honey mustard mixture during the last 2 minutes of grilling and continue cooking until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 145°F.

   2:00 · Glaze and finish grilling
7. 7

   Transfer the chops to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

   5:00 · Rest pork chops
8. 8

   Garnish with extra fresh thyme leaves and serve warm.