Quick Marinated Orange Pork
Transform your weeknight meals with this vibrant and flavorful Quick Marinated Orange Pork recipe. Juicy pork chops are infused with a zesty marinade made from fresh orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and aromatic spices like garlic, ginger, and paprika, delivering a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dinner idea is perfect for busy nights, while the optional parsley garnish adds a pop of color and freshness. The marinade doubles as a luscious glaze when simmered, ensuring every bite is packed with bold, citrusy flavor. Serve these tender orange pork chops with steamed vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a delightful, restaurant-quality meal at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork chops (boneless or bone-in)
- 1 cup Fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Fresh orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, ground ginger, paprika, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and orange zest to create the marinade.
Place the pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Ensure the pork chops are well-coated and let them marinate for at least 20 minutes at room temperature. For a deeper flavor, you can marinate them in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
After marinating, remove the pork chops from the marinade and pat them dry with paper towels. Reserve the marinade for later use.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly grease with a small amount of olive oil if necessary.
Cook the pork chops for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) when measured with a meat thermometer. Be careful not to overcook to ensure the pork remains juicy.
While the pork chops are cooking, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil over medium heat and allow it to simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until slightly thickened, to use as a sauce. Ensure the marinade is cooked thoroughly since it was in contact with raw pork.
Once the pork chops are cooked, remove them from the heat and let them rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Drizzle the thickened marinade sauce over the pork chops and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately with your favorite sides such as steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.2 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.3 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 340 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 3795 mg | 165% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.6 g | ||
| Protein | 121.4 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2112 mg | 45% | |
*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.
