Grilled Orange Maple Mustard Pork Chops Bbq
Fire up your grill and tantalize your taste buds with these irresistible Grilled Orange Maple Mustard Pork Chops. This recipe combines the bright zest of fresh orange juice with the rich sweetness of maple syrup, balanced perfectly by the tangy kick of Dijon mustard and savory soy sauce. Marinated to perfection—preferably overnight—for maximum flavor infusion, these bone-in pork chops are seared to smoky, caramelized perfection on the grill. A touch of minced garlic and orange zest elevates the marinade, while a quick boil turns it into a bold basting sauce to keep the chops juicy and flavorful. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a cook time of 20, this easy BBQ recipe is your ticket to a gourmet backyard feast. Serve them with your favorite summer sides, and let the harmonious balance of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors steal the show!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 1 cup orange juice
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine orange juice, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, minced garlic, orange zest, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well mixed to create the marinade.
Place the pork chops in a large zip-top bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the pork chops, ensuring they are evenly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and let the pork chops marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Remove the pork chops from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Reserve the marinade and bring it to a boil in a small saucepan on the stove for 5 minutes to use as a basting sauce during grilling.
Place the pork chops on the preheated grill. Grill for 6-8 minutes per side, basting occasionally with the boiled marinade. Cook until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the pork chops from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve the grilled orange maple mustard pork chops hot with your favorite sides, such as grilled vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.1 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.2 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 5026 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.2 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.4 g | ||
| Protein | 197.7 g | 395% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 3148 mg | 67% | |
*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.
