Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Honey Orange Glazed Pork Chops. This delightful dish features juicy pork chops coated in a vibrant honey-orange glaze that strikes a perfect balance between sweet and savory. Ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare and guaranteed to impress your guests with its mouthwatering aroma and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh oranges
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, orange juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, and orange zest to create the glaze.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
- Sear each side of the pork chops for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour the honey-orange glaze over the pork chops in the skillet, ensuring an even coating.
- Transfer skillet or place pork chops in a baking dish; pour any remaining glaze on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with fresh orange slices if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop (150g)
- Calories: 292
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 423mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 72mg