Orange Glazed Pork Chops
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 pork chops
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Calories
256 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Orange Glazed Pork Chops
Description
This recipe for Orange Glazed Pork Chops uses boneless, at least 1-inch thick pork loin chops seasoned simply with salt and pepper before searing to create a browned crust. The glaze is prepared in a saucepan from fresh orange juice, orange marmalade, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and honey, simmered until thick and syrupy. If needed, a cornstarch slurry is added to achieve a proper glaze consistency.
The pork chops are seared in an ovenproof skillet, then baked with rosemary sprigs and wedges of red onion added for infusion of flavor. After baking, the chops are basted with the orange glaze and rested to retain juiciness. The final result is tender meat glazed in a tangy, sweet, and slightly savory orange sauce with aromatic herbs and caramelized onions.
Serve the glazed pork chops with rice or another side that will soak up the flavorful orange sauce. This dish combines bright citrus notes with savory depth, making it suitable for a flavorful dinner centerpiece that balances sweet and savory elements in the glaze.
Ingredients
- 4 pork loin chops at least 1 inch thick, boneless
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 prigs rosemary fresh
- 1 red onion cut into 1/2-inch wedges, medium
Orange sauce:
- 2/3 cup orange juice fresh
- 2 tablespoons orange marmalade
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Slurry:
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons orange juice or water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- In a small saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients, stir and bring to a boil, immediately reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until syrupy, about 10-15 minutes.
- If the sauce is too thin, mix the orange juice with the cornstarch to create a slurry. Add the mixture to the saucepan, stir, and simmer for a few more minutes.
- Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, once hot, and oil. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides. Sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until browned.
- Add the rosemary and onion to the pan, then pour the orange sauce over the pork.
- Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven or until a thermometer inserted in the center of the pork chops registers 135-140 degrees.
- Remove the pan from the oven, baste the meat with the sauce, and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4pork chops
Amount Per Serving
Calories 256 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 256kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 722mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 682mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 126IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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