Best 13 Citrus Topped Pork Chops Recipes

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Are you looking for a tantalizing and refreshing dish that's perfect for any occasion? Citrus-topped pork chops offer a delightful combination of juicy pork and vibrant citrus flavors that will surely tantalize your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create this flavorful dish that is both impressive and bursting with flavor. This zesty recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen, whether you're cooking for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the most delicious citrus-topped pork chops that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

CITRUS MARINATED PORK CHOPS



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Serve these pork chops with our Sauteed Green Apples and Leeks.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Juice of 2 limes
Juice of 2 oranges
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2-3 garlic cloves, crushed
2-3 sprigs fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
4 center-cut pork chops, 1 inch thick
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • In a large, nonreactive bowl, combine all ingredients except the 1 teaspoon olive oil, pork chops, and butter; mix well. Add chops, and spoon marinade over them to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat a heavy skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes. Remove chops from marinade, reserving marinade. Brush pan with the teaspoon of oil; cook chops for 5 minutes on each side. Add marinade, lower heat, and cook, covered, for 7 minutes, turning chops once.
  • Remove chops from pan, and set aside. Turn up heat to medium high; reduce liquid until thick. Remove from heat, stir in butter, and strain. Pour sauce over chops; serve immediately.

CITRUS PORK CHOPS



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"These pork chops are so easy to prepare with a nice not-too-sweet flavor," assures Erika Niehoff of Eveleth, Minnesota. "The original recipe came from my dad, and it's one of my family's favorites."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 5 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (6 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 cups cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • Sprinkle both sides of pork chops with salt and pepper. In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chops for 3-4 minutes on each side or until browned. , Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. In the same skillet, cook garlic for 1 minute. Stir in the orange juice concentrate, broth and Worcestershire sauce; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat. , Pour 1/4 cup sauce over pork. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°, basting twice with sauce. , Bring the remaining sauce to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until reduced to 1/2 cup. Serve pork chops with sauce and rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CITRUS-GLAZED PORK WITH FARRO



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We baked our pork tenderloin with warm spices, like ground cumin and paprika, and oranges so it can absorb additional flavors while it cooks in the oven. This pairs perfectly with the hearty nuttiness of farro and gets rounded out by the sweet-tart pop of pomegranate seeds.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 red onion, chopped
1 cup farro
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
6 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced
Juice of 1 lime
2 oranges, halved (1 1/2 juiced, 1/2 cut into 4 wedges)
2 tablespoons honey
1 1-pound pork tenderloin
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
Pomegranate seeds, for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the red onion; cook, stirring, until golden, 5 minutes. Add the farro, 2 1/2 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium; simmer until the farro is just tender, 25 minutes. Stir in the Brussels sprouts and cook until tender, 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix the lime and orange juices with the honey. Season the pork with the cumin, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork and oranges; cook, turning the pork, until browned, 5 minutes. Flip the orange wedges; add the juice mixture.
  • Transfer the skillet to the oven; bake until a thermometer inserted into the pork registers 145 degrees F, about 15 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice and drizzle with the pan juices. Serve with the oranges and farro; top with pomegranate seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440 calorie, Fat 12 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 74 milligrams, Sodium 638 milligrams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 32 grams, Sugar 16 grams

CITRUS BARBECUED PORK CHOPS



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BBQ sauce with added spice and citrus gives these grilled pork chops their outstanding flavor. Prepare to be asked to make this again (and again).

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Bbq

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
1 tsp. grated orange zest
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 tsp. dried rosemary leaves, crushed
1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves, crushed
4 pork loin chops, 1 inch thick (1-1/2 lb.)

Steps:

  • Preheat greased grill to medium heat. Place all ingredients except chops in saucepan. Bring to boil on medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Place chops on grate of grill; cover grill with lid. Grill 25 to 30 minutes or until chops are cooked through, turning over after 15 minutes and brushing occasionally with the barbecue sauce mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 680 mg, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 15 g, Protein 26 g

PORK CHOPS WITH SPICY CITRUS MARINADE



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Categories     Citrus     Herb     Pork     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
a pinch cayenne, or to taste
two 1-inch-thick rib or loin pork chops (about 1/2 pound each)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves

Steps:

  • In a shallow baking dish whisk together orange juice, black pepper, chili powder, paprika, cayenne, and salt to taste. Add pork to marinade, turning to coat, and marinate at room temperature 20 minutes.
  • In a non-stick skillet cook pork in marinade, covered, over moderately high heat 6 minutes on each side, or until just cooked through. Sprinkle pork with coriander.

TANGY CITRUS PORK CHOPS



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Make and share this Tangy Citrus Pork Chops recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Captains Lady

Categories     Pork

Time 1h

Yield 2 pork chops, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 boneless pork chops
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup orange juice or 1/4 cup pineapple juice
2 tablespoons ketchup
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease an 8 x 8 glass pan. Set aside.
  • Sear pork chops until outsides brown. Place in glass pan.
  • In separate bowl mix together remaining ingredients. Pour over pork chops.
  • Bake for 40 minutes, turning chops every 10 minutes.
  • Remove pork chops from oven and drain liquid into a saucepan. Leave chops in glass pan and tent with foil to keep warm.
  • Place saucepan over med-low heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until sauce is your desired consistency. Place chops in sauce and flip several times until well coated and warmed.

PEPPERED CITRUS-PORK CHOPS



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Coarsely ground black pepper, Italian dressing mix and the juice of a single lime give these easy pork chops their terrific flavor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Spices

Time 26m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 egg
1/4 cup fat-free milk
1 env. (0.7 oz.) GOOD SEASONS Italian Dressing Mix
2 Tbsp. flour
1 tsp. coarse ground black pepper
4 bone-in pork chops (1 lb.), 1/2 inch thick, trimmed
juice of 1 small lime

Steps:

  • Beat egg and milk in shallow dish or pie plate; set aside. Mix dressing mix, flour and pepper in separate shallow dish or pie plate.
  • Dip both sides of chops in egg mixture, then in dressing mixture, turning to evenly coat both sides of each chop.
  • Heat large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add chops; cover. Cook 6 min.; uncover. Cook 5 min. on each side or until chops are done (160ºF). Drizzle with lime juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 570 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 18 g

CITRUS-BRAISED PORK



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Using a Dutch oven to make amazing pulled pork indoors is easy and foolproof with this flavorful recipe. Use in sandwiches or make into chilaquiles.

Provided by Ashley Baron Rodriguez

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 8h55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups orange juice
1 yellow onion, sliced
½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
10 cloves garlic, smashed
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 ½ tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons freshly grated lime zest
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 dried bay leaves
3 ½ pounds bone-in pork shoulder roast

Steps:

  • Mix orange juice, onion, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, brown sugar, salt, oregano, cumin, lime zest, pepper, and bay leaves in a heavy Dutch oven. Add pork shoulder; turn to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator, 4 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Remove Dutch oven from the refrigerator and cover tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Bake pork in the preheated oven until heated through, about 1 1/2 hours. Flip pork carefully. Replace foil and bake for 1 hour more. Remove aluminum foil. Continue baking uncovered, turning once halfway through, until pork falls apart and marinade is reduced, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Remove pork from oven and let rest for 20 minutes. Shred pork in the Dutch oven using 2 forks; mix shredded pork with the reduced marinade. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 762.8 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

CITRUS SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS



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Looking for comfort food that's full of bright flavors? Try these skillet pork chops that pair a memorable citrus sauce-tangy, with just the right balance of savory and sweet-with perfectly seared chops and sautéed onions.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 boneless pork loin chops, 3/4 inch thick (about 1 1/2 lb)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced (1 cup)
2 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
  • In 12-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add pork chops; cook 4 to 5 minutes on each side or until golden brown on both sides. Transfer to plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium; add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to skillet. Add onion; cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and softened. Add flour; cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in broth and orange zest; heat to boiling. Add pork chops back to skillet; spoon sauce over top of pork. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 5 to 7 minutes or until pork is cooked through (at least 145°F). Transfer pork chops to serving plate.
  • Add orange juice, lime juice and sugar to sauce in skillet. Cook and stir about 1 minute or until hot. Pour over pork chops, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

BALSAMIC CITRUS PORK CHOPS



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This is a tasty and simple skillet recipe for pork chops. I usually use really thick boneless chops (about 1 1/4" thick), but any thickess can be used; just adjust cooking time.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 -6 boneless center cut pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
1/8-1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
3/4 cup pineapple juice (1 6 oz can)
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons cornstarch
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Season both sides of the pork chops with the salt and pepper.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, juice, honey, cornstarch and thyme until smooth; set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add seasomed chops. Brown chops for 2 minutes on each side.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Add vinegar mixture to skillet.
  • Cover and simmer chops for 10-15 minutes (more or less time, depending on the thickness of your chops).
  • Serve with sauce poured over top.

PORK WITH TANGY CITRUS SAUCE



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 oranges
1/3 cup fresh lime juice (from 4 limes) plus wedges for serving
4 boneless pork loin chops (1 pound total)
Coarse salt and pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large red onion, thinly sliced
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
Sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Finely grate zest from one orange into a small bowl, then squeeze 1 cup juice from oranges. Stir in lime juice. Set aside.
  • Season pork with salt and pepper, then press in flour to coat, shaking off excess. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high until shimmering. Add pork and cook until golden brown on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Reduce heat to medium and add remaining tablespoon oil. Add onion, season with salt, and cook, scraping up browned bits, until crisp-tender, 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute, stirring.
  • Add juices and zest and bring to a boil and cook until reduced by 1/4 about 3 minutes. Stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons sugar, if desired. Return pork to pan and simmer until sauce is slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.

CITRUS-TOPPED PORK CHOPS



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This is a different way to prepare pork, and my family really enjoys it. The recipe originally had only oranges, but I added the lemons for tartness and color.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon cooking oil
6 raw chop with refuse, 113 g; (blank) 4 ounces pork loin chops, 1 inch thick
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon paprika
½ cup apple jelly
1 cup orange juice
½ teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 pinch dash ground ginger
6 slice (1/4" thick) (blank)s orange slices
6 slice (1/4" thick) (blank)s lemon slices

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Brown chops on both sides. Season with salt, pepper and paprika. Combine jelly, juices, mustard and ginger. Pour over chops. Simmer, covered, for 15 minutes. Turn chops; cover and simmer 15 minutes. Top each chop with an orange and lemon slice. Cover and cook 6-8 minutes longer or until chops are done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 61.4 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 72.3 mg, Sugar 21.8 g

PORK CHOPS WITH CITRUS SAUCE



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I'm constantly on the lookout for ways to "spice up" a standard dish. When I fixed these pork chops for the first time, my husband-who has a hearty appetite for down-home cooking-commented, "You can make this anytime!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 boneless pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3/4 cup water
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 medium navel orange
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 whole cloves
1 cup orange juice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown chops in oil on both sides. Add water, paprika, and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer about 35 minutes, turning once. , Meanwhile, grate peel from the stem end of the orange, then cut six slices from the other end. Set aside. In a saucepan over medium-high, combine 1 tablespoon peel, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon and cloves. Stir in juice. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Add the orange slices; cover and remove from the heat. Serve chops with sauce and orange slices.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For the perfect citrus flavor, use a variety of citrus fruits. Oranges, grapefruits, and lemons are all great options.
  • To ensure that the pork chops are cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that they have reached an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can check the pork chops for doneness by cutting into them. The meat should be cooked through, but still slightly pink in the centre.
  • Serve the pork chops immediately with the citrus topping and your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

These citrus-topped pork chops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The pork chops are juicy and tender, and the citrus topping adds a bright and refreshing flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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