Best 8 Easy Tangy Pork Loin Chops Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our versatile pork loin chops, meticulously crafted to deliver a symphony of flavors. Whether you prefer the tangy zest of lemon and capers, the aromatic embrace of herbs and garlic, or the smoky allure of paprika and chili, each recipe promises a distinct taste sensation. Embark on this delectable adventure as we guide you through three irresistible variations, ensuring an extraordinary dining experience with every bite.

**Lemon Caper Pork Chops:** Experience a burst of brightness with our tangy lemon caper pork chops. Succulent pork loin chops are coated in a vibrant marinade of lemon juice, capers, garlic, and fresh herbs, then grilled to perfection. The result is a juicy, flavorful chop with a delightful tang that will tantalize your taste buds.

**Herb and Garlic Pork Chops:** Savor the simplicity of our herb and garlic pork chops, where the natural flavors of the pork take center stage. Marinated in a medley of aromatic herbs, crushed garlic, and a touch of olive oil, these chops are grilled until tender and infused with a savory essence. Prepare to be captivated by the harmonious blend of flavors in every bite.

**Paprika and Chili Pork Chops:** Ignite your taste buds with our paprika and chili pork chops, a dish that brings a touch of heat and smokiness to the table. Paprika and chili powder dance together in a vibrant marinade, coating the pork chops in a rich and flavorful crust. Grilled to perfection, these chops deliver a delightful balance of spice and smokiness, leaving you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

JUICY BAKED PORK CHOPS



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These baked pork chops are the best oven baked pork chops ever! They are so easy to make, super juicy, and flavorful. Rub them with a few pantry staple spices and pop them into the oven for about 18 minutes and dinner will be ready!

Provided by Kristen Stevens

Categories     Dinner

Time 23m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons EACH: onion powder and garlic powder
1 teaspoon EACH: salt, pepper, and oregano
2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
4 boneless pork chops

Steps:

  • Turn your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and oregano.
  • Drizzle the 1 tablespoon of olive oil over both sides of the pork chops. Sprinkle the spice mix evenly over both sides of the pork chops and place them in a baking dish. (see notes) Drizzle them with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
  • Bake the pork chops uncovered for 18 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 140 degrees Fahrenheit. Once you remove them from the oven, let them rest in the pan for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 pork chop, Calories 275 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 29 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 647 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 11 g

EASY GLAZED PORK CHOPS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: thick-cut pork chops, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, brown sugar, olive oil

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 thick-cut pork chops
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons brown sugar
olive oil, for frying

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine your spices (paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt).
  • Rub the pork chops in the spices generously.
  • Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium/high heat. When the oil is hot, add the pork chops. Cook for about 3-5 minutes on each side or until they have a nice caramelized brownness to them. Once you feel that they are looking browned, add a Tablespoon of brown sugar to each pork chop. Turn each pork chop over, so both sides get some melted brown sugar. (Don't add the brown sugar too early or else the sugar will burn and smoke up the room.)
  • Bake at 350˚F (175˚C) for 15 minutes, making sure the pork chops are cooked through.
  • Before serving, pour the glaze that's formed in the pan over the chops. Serve with your vegetables of choice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512 calories, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 35 grams, Sugar 8 grams

SIMPLE SWEET 'N' TANGY PORK CHOPS



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Just five ingredients are all that's needed for these tender chops. Whenever I serve these to company, they get rave reviews and recipe requests. -Jami Ouellette, Houston, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup beer or beef broth
4 teaspoons ketchup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 bone-in center-cut pork loin chops (3/4 in. thick and 7 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil

Steps:

  • Mix beer, ketchup and brown sugar. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; brown chops on both sides. Add beer mixture to pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°, 1-2 minutes. Remove chops from pan; keep warm., Return sauce to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened. Serve over pork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432 calories, Fat 25g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 353mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 36g protein.

TANGY TENDER PORK CHOPS



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I have used this recipe for many years and always get compliments when I serve it. The saucy onion-and-pepper topping compliments the chops. -Thomas Maust, Berlin, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 bone-in pork loin chops (7 ounces each)
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1 large green pepper, cut into rings

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large nonstick skillet, brown chops in oil in batches. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray., In the same pan, saute celery and chopped onion in butter until tender. Stir in the ketchup, water, vinegar, brown sugar, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until slightly reduced, 15-20 minutes., Pour sauce over chops. Top with sliced onion and pepper rings. Cover and bake until a thermometer reads 145°, 20-25 minutes., Freeze option: Place pork chops in freezer containers; top with sauce. Cool and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, gently stirring sauce; add a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 469mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MARINATED SPICY PORK CHOPS



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This is an easy and delicious recipe for marinating pork chops, steaks, or chicken. The marinade is prepared in minutes, and the meat can marinate in the refrigerator for up to 12 hours. For a quick dinner, I prepare the marinade in the morning before work then throw them on the grill when I get home.

Provided by REDPONYGIRL

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 6h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

¾ cup soy sauce
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili sauce
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
8 center cut pork chops

Steps:

  • In a large resealable bag, mix together the soy sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, chili sauce, and garlic powder.. Place the pork chops into the bag, carefully seal the bag, and marinate for 6-12 hours in the refrigerator. Turn the bag over about halfway through.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
  • Arrange pork chops on the lightly oiled grate, and cook 5 to 7 minutes on each side, until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 65.1 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1422.9 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

THE BEST JUICY SKILLET PORK CHOPS



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Pork chops are a quick, healthy and simple dinner. Our method ensures juicy, tender, and flavorful pork chops with little fuss. Check the notes section for our tips on which pork chops are best.

Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 pork chops, about 1-inch thick and 6 to 7 ounces each, see notes
Salt, to taste
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chili powder, see our homemade chili powder recipe
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon neutral oil like avocado oil or vegetable oil
1 cup low-sodium chicken stock, see our homemade chicken stock recipe
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons honey or brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Take the pork chops out of the refrigerator and season on both sides with salt - we use just less than 1/4 teaspoon of fine salt per pork chop. Set the chops aside to rest for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the spice rub. In a small bowl, mix the flour, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
  • After 30 minutes, use a paper towel to pat the pork chops dry, then rub both sides of the chops with the spice rub.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet (with a lid) over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot and looks shimmery, add the pork. Cook until golden, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Flip the pork so that the seared side is facing up. If there is a fattier side of the pork, use kitchen tongs to hold the chops, fat-side-down until it sizzles and browns slightly; about 30 seconds.
  • Reduce the heat to low, then cover the skillet with a lid. Cook 6 to 12 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer reads 145° F when inserted into the thickest part of the chop. Cook time depends on the thickness of the chops, so check for doneness at 5 minutes, then go from there, checking every 2 minutes after that. If you do not have a thermometer, you will know they are done, if, when cutting into the chops, the juices run clear.
  • Transfer pork chops to a plate, then cover loosely with aluminum foil. Let the pork rest for 5 minutes.
  • While the pork rests, make the pan sauce. Increase the heat to medium-high, then add the chicken stock, vinegar, and honey. Use a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom of the pan so that any stuck bits of pork come up.
  • Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook until reduced by half. Taste, then adjust the seasoning with additional salt, vinegar, or honey.
  • Slide the skillet off of the heat and when the sauce is no longer simmering, swirl in the butter.
  • Slide the pork chops back into the pan and spoon some of the sauce on top. Alternatively, slice the chops, then place them back into the pan. Scatter fresh parsley over the pork, and then serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 pork chop, Calories 369, Fat 14.3g, SaturatedFat 5.1g, Cholesterol 138.8mg, Sodium 767mg, Carbohydrate 11.6g, Fiber 1.4g, Sugar 4.4g, Protein 46.1g

DELICIOUS TANGY PORK CHOPS



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This is a variation of the 'Tangy Chicken' recipe here on Allrecipes.com. It's fast and easy. It makes the chops very juicy and tender. You may be put off by the lemon, but you really don't taste it that strong, it's overpowered by the Worcestershire Sauce. It seems the acid in the lemon helps make the more meat tender and helps the flavor soak in. The garlic is just a hint also, not too strong at all! Garlic powder could also be used.

Provided by Doonze

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Boneless

Time 4h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless pork chops
½ cup lemon juice
½ cup Worcestershire sauce
½ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic

Steps:

  • Combine the pork chops, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, vegetable oil, and garlic in a large resealable plastic bag. Squeeze as much excess air from bag as possible. Marinate in refrigerator 4 to 24 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove the pork chops from the marinade directly to the grill. Discard the marinade.
  • Cook until the pork is no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 106.6 mg, Fat 36.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 41.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 400.5 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

CAJUN SPICED PORK CHOPS



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This is an incredibly flavorful recipe that is quick and easy to make. Most people keep these spices stocked in their pantry!

Provided by danaleotx

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Pan Fried

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon rubbed dried sage leaves
½ teaspoon garlic salt
1 ½ teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 center cut pork chops

Steps:

  • Mix paprika, cumin, black pepper, cayenne pepper, sage, and garlic salt on a plate. Liberally coat each pork chop with the spice mixture.
  • Heat olive oil and several pumps of non-stick, butter-flavored spray in a large skillet over high heat. Place pork chops in the skillet, reducing heat to medium. Cook until the pork is no longer pink in the center, 8 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.4 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 63.1 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 23.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 271.9 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right pork loin chops: Look for chops that are about 1 inch thick and have a good amount of marbling. This will help ensure that they stay juicy and flavorful during cooking.
  • Brine the pork loin chops: Brining the chops in a mixture of water, salt, and sugar will help to tenderize them and add flavor. You can brine the chops for as little as 30 minutes or up to overnight.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: A good marinade will help to enhance the flavor of the pork loin chops. You can use a variety of marinades, such as a mixture of olive oil, garlic, herbs, and spices. Marinate the chops for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Cook the pork loin chops over medium heat: Cooking the chops over medium heat will help to prevent them from drying out. Cook the chops for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the pork loin chops rest before serving: Letting the chops rest for a few minutes before serving will help to redistribute the juices and make them even more tender.

Conclusion:

Easy Tangy Pork Loin Chops is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork loin chops are brined and marinated in a flavorful mixture of vinegar, brown sugar, and spices, then cooked to perfection. The result is a juicy, tender, and flavorful pork chop that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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