Orange-Sage Pork Chops

Orange-Sage Pork Chops
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    25 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    127

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these succulent pork chops, where the vibrant tang of orange meets the earthy aroma of sage, creating a symphony of flavors that will awaken your palate.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    6 g
  • Cholesterol
    45 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    18 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    216 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins Season the pork chops generously with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Melt 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 8 mins Carefully place the seasoned pork chops in the hot skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Use a meat thermometer to ensure accuracy. (8 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins While the pork chops are cooking, zest the orange, obtaining approximately 1 teaspoon of zest. Then, juice the orange, yielding about 1/4 cup of fresh orange juice. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Remove the cooked pork chops from the skillet and transfer them to a serving platter. Tent loosely with foil to keep warm. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 2 mins Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter to the same skillet over medium-high heat. Once melted, pour in the fresh orange juice and bring to a simmer, scraping up any flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Allow the orange juice mixture to simmer for 1 minute, or until it has slightly reduced and thickened into a luscious glaze. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 1 mins Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the finely chopped fresh sage leaves and the orange zest. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 1 mins Generously drizzle the fragrant orange-sage glaze over the warm pork chops on the serving platter. Serve immediately and enjoy! (1 minute)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider marinating the pork chops for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours) in a mixture of olive oil, orange zest, sage, garlic, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
To prevent the butter from burning, you can add a tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet along with the butter.
If you don't have fresh sage on hand, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of dried sage, but the flavor will be more intense, so use it sparingly.
Serve these orange-sage pork chops with a side of roasted vegetables, creamy polenta, or a fresh green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
The orange-sage glaze can also be used on chicken breasts or salmon fillets for a delicious variation.

Eleanore Nicolas

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 42 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Rudy Stark

    I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out amazing. The glaze is so flavorful and easy to make.

  • Priscilla Stiedemann

    The pork chops were a little dry, so next time I'll try marinating them beforehand as suggested in the notes.

  • Maddison Ziemann

    I added a splash of white wine to the glaze for extra depth of flavor. It was a hit!

  • Cydney Haag

    This is my new go-to pork chop recipe. The flavors are bright and fresh, and it's quick enough for a weeknight meal.

  • Jeffry Hagenes

    Absolutely delicious! The orange and sage complement the pork perfectly. My family devoured it!

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