Porkettes Chops a L Orange

Elevate your dinner game with the sophisticated yet simple-to-make Porkettes Chops à L’Orange, a recipe that perfectly balances savory pork chops with a luscious citrus glaze. Featuring tender, seared bone-in pork chops simmered in a flavorful sauce of fresh orange juice, honey, and aromatic thyme, this dish is a true showstopper. The addition of garlic, shallots, and a touch of chicken stock enhances the depth of the sauce, while a quick flour-and-water slurry ensures a silky, glossy finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this impressive main course pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes or vibrant steamed vegetables, making it perfect for a weeknight indulgence or a stylish dinner party entrée.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 small shallots
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 0.5 cup chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon water

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and black pepper. Let them sit at room temperature while preparing the other ingredients.

Step 2

Mince the garlic and finely chop the shallot. Set them aside.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden-brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium, and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and chopped shallots. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and translucent.

Step 5

Pour in the orange juice, orange zest, chicken stock, honey, and thyme. Stir well to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer and return the pork chops to the skillet. Spoon some of the sauce over the chops. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and water to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the skillet to thicken the sauce, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings with additional salt or honey if desired.

Step 9

Serve the pork chops hot, drizzled with the orange sauce, and garnish with extra thyme if desired. Pair with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1389.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2639.0

Total Fat 166.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 616.6mg	0%
Sodium 2906.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 57.5g
Protein 202.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 162.9mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 3156.1mg	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: 57.9%

Protein: 31.2%

Carbs: 10.8%