Crock Pot Orange Pork Chops
Transform weeknight dinners with the vibrant and tangy flavors of Crock Pot Orange Pork Chops! This effortless slow-cooker recipe combines tender, juicy pork chops with a luscious orange-infused glaze made from fresh orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and a hint of ground ginger. Perfectly seasoned and slow-cooked to perfection, these pork chops soak up the citrusy sweetness for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. A quick cornstarch slurry transforms the savory cooking liquid into a rich, glossy sauce that takes each bite to the next level. Garnish with fresh parsley and optional orange zest for a burst of color and extra zing. With just 10 minutes of prep and a hands-off cooking process, this dish is a surefire hit for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Make dinner unforgettable with this sweet and savory slow cooker masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops
- 1.5 cups orange juice
- 0.25 cups soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoons orange zest (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the pork chops with salt and black pepper on both sides and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and ground ginger until well combined.
Place the pork chops in the crock pot and pour the orange juice mixture evenly over them.
If desired, sprinkle in orange zest for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the pork chops are tender and cooked through.
Once the pork chops are done cooking, remove them from the crock pot and place them on a serving platter. Cover with foil to keep warm.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water until smooth to create a slurry.
Transfer the cooking liquid from the crock pot into a saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the cooking liquid and simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Pour the thickened sauce over the pork chops, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.7 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.1 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 3890 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.6 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 82.2 g | ||
| Protein | 109.3 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2424 mg | 52% | |
*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.
