Tangy Citrus Pork Chops

Brighten up your dinner table with these flavorful Tangy Citrus Pork Chops, a quick and easy dish that combines succulent bone-in pork chops with a tangy-sweet glaze. Seasoned with paprika, garlic, and a zesty blend of fresh orange and lemon juice, these chops are seared to golden perfection and simmered in a luscious sauce enriched with honey and soy sauce. This one-pan recipe not only delivers bold citrus flavors but also uses a cornstarch slurry for a beautifully thickened glaze that clings to every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, these pork chops are ready in just 30 minutes and pair effortlessly with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this dish is as visually stunning as it is irresistibly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and add the orange juice, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir well to combine the ingredients.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Add the slurry to the skillet and stir to thicken the sauce slightly.

Step 5

Return the pork chops to the skillet, spoon the sauce over them, and let them simmer in the sauce for 5-6 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature of 145°F or 63°C).

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the pork chops with chopped fresh parsley for garnish.

Step 7

Serve the Tangy Citrus Pork Chops with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1107.6 grams (1107.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2340

Total Fat 141.10g	181%
Saturated Fat 44.50g	223%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 544mg	181%
Sodium 3426mg	149%
Total Carbohydrate 58.30g	21%
Dietary Fiber 2.80g	10%
Total Sugars 45.80g
Protein 196.30g	393%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178mg	14%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 3135mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.5%

Protein: 34.3%

Carbs: 10.2%