Marinated Grilled Pork Chops with Orange Salsa

Elevate your grilling game with these marinated grilled pork chops paired with a zesty homemade orange salsa. Juicy, bone-in pork chops are infused with bold flavors from a citrusy marinade of orange juice, lemon juice, garlic, rosemary, and paprika, then grilled to tender perfection. The star of the dish is the vibrant orange salsa—a refreshing mix of sweet, tangy oranges, red onion, cilantro, and a hint of heat from jalapeño, balanced with a touch of honey and lime juice. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners, coming together in just over 30 minutes (excluding marination time). Serve these perfectly charred pork chops with salsa spooned generously on top for a meal that's bursting with flavor and guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.33 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 tablespoon (chopped) fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large (peeled and diced) oranges
• 0.25 cup (finely chopped) red onion
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh cilantro
• 1 small (seeded and minced) jalapeño
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 tablespoon lime juice

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, minced garlic, rosemary, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 2

Place the pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the pork chops, ensuring they are fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for best flavor.

Step 3

While the pork chops marinate, prepare the orange salsa. In a medium bowl, combine the diced oranges, red onion, cilantro, minced jalapeño, honey, and lime juice. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 4

Remove the pork chops from the marinade and let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes while you preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 5

Brush the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking. Place the pork chops on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 6

Transfer the grilled pork chops to a plate and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 7

Serve the pork chops warm, topped with a generous spoonful of the orange salsa. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1444.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2649.1

Total Fat 169.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 544mg	0%
Sodium 2847.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 47.1g
Protein 198.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 304.2mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 3562.6mg	0%

*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: 58.4%

Protein: 30.3%

Carbs: 11.3%