Marinated Grilled Pork Chops with Orange Salsa
Elevate your grilling game with these marinated grilled pork chops paired with a zesty homemade orange salsa. Juicy, bone-in pork chops are infused with bold flavors from a citrusy marinade of orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, and paprika, then grilled to tender perfection. The star of the dish is the vibrant orange salsa—a refreshing mix of sweet, tangy oranges, red onion, cilantro, and a hint of heat from jalapeño, balanced with a touch of honey and lime juice. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, coming together in just over 30 minutes (excluding marination time). Serve these perfectly charred pork chops with salsa spooned generously on top for a meal that's bursting with flavor and guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.33 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 tablespoon (chopped) fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large (peeled and diced) oranges
- 0.25 cup (finely chopped) red onion
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 1 small (seeded and minced) jalapeño
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, minced garlic, rosemary, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the pork chops, ensuring they are fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for best flavor.
While the pork chops marinate, prepare the orange salsa. In a medium bowl, combine the diced oranges, red onion, cilantro, minced jalapeño, honey, and lime juice. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Remove the pork chops from the marinade and let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes while you preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Brush the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking. Place the pork chops on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Transfer the grilled pork chops to a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve the pork chops warm, topped with a generous spoonful of the orange salsa. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2649 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 169.4 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.8 g | 244% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 2847 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.8 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.1 g | ||
| Protein | 198.0 g | 396% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 3563 mg | 76% | |
*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.
