Chipotle Orange Glazed Pork Chops
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Chipotle Orange Glazed Pork Chops, a perfect harmony of smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors. Juicy boneless pork chops are seared to golden perfection and then simmered in a luscious glaze made with chipotle peppers in adobo, freshly squeezed orange juice, honey, and a hint of soy sauce for depth. Infused with zesty orange and a touch of garlic, this quick and easy 30-minute recipe offers bold flavor with minimal effort. Finished with a glossy glaze and optionally garnished with fresh cilantro, these pork chops are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for a family meal or an impressive dinner for guests, this dish pairs beautifully with rice, roasted veggies, or a crisp side salad for a complete feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless pork chops
- 2 pieces chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 1 orange zest of an orange
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a blender or food processor, combine the chipotle peppers, orange juice, orange zest, honey, soy sauce, and garlic. Blend until smooth.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once the oil is hot, sear the pork chops for about 3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust. Remove the chops from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and carefully pour the chipotle orange mixture into the skillet. Bring it to a simmer, stirring occasionally for 2-3 minutes, until it starts to thicken.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the glaze over them. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let them cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Once fully cooked, remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes.
To serve, plate the pork chops and drizzle with additional glaze from the skillet. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.7 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.4 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 2253 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.1 g | ||
| Protein | 108.3 g | 217% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 2151 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
