Saucy Orange Pork Chops
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these irresistibly tender and flavorful Saucy Orange Pork Chops. This quick and easy recipe combines crispy, golden-seared bone-in pork chops with a luscious orange-infused sauce made from fresh orange juice, honey, and a touch of soy sauce for a perfect balance of sweet and savory. Thickened with a cornstarch slurry and laced with aromatic garlic, the sauce clings beautifully to the chops, creating a dish that feels both indulgent and approachable. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-skillet wonder is ideal for busy evenings but sophisticated enough to impress guests. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the fresh orange juice, chicken broth, honey, and soy sauce. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water together to make a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the sauce to thicken it.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spoon some sauce over them, and let them simmer in the sauce for about 6-8 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).
Once cooked, transfer the pork chops to serving plates and spoon extra sauce over them.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately with your choice of sides like rice, steamed vegetables, or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.9 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 721 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.5 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 521 mg | 11% | |
*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.
