ORANGE-BRINED PORK CHOPS WITH HERB RUB

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Looking for a meaty dinner? Then check out these grilled orange-brined pork chops, rubbed with herbs for a flavorful meal!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 6h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups water
1/4 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
4 (1 1/4-inch-thick) bone-in pork loin chops
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon crushed dried rosemary leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

Steps:

  • In large nonmetal bowl, combine all brine ingredients; mix well. Add pork chops. Cover bowl; refrigerate 6 to 8 hours to marinate. In small bowl, combine all remaining ingredients; mix well. Set aside.
  • Heat grill. Remove pork chops from brine; discard brine. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Rub brown sugar-herb mixture into both sides of pork chops.
  • When ready to grill, place pork chops on gas grill over medium-high heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium-high coals. Cook 20 to 25 minutes or until no longer pink in center, turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 7170 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

Mehdi
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These pork chops were delicious! The orange brine gave them a wonderful flavor, and the herb rub was perfect. I couldn't stop eating them!


Bts Lover
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I loved these pork chops! They were so juicy and flavorful. The orange brine and herb rub were the perfect combination. I'll definitely be making these again.


Mohammad Shakil
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These pork chops were a bit bland. I think I'll try adding some more spices next time.


Safeer Abbas
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I'm not a big fan of pork chops, but these were surprisingly good. The orange brine and herb rub really helped to improve the flavor. I would definitely make these again.


svexe Ahmed
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These pork chops were easy to make and turned out great! The orange brine really made a difference in the flavor. I'll definitely be making these again.


Mduduzi Mokhemisa
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I made these pork chops for a dinner party last night, and they were a huge hit! Everyone raved about how tender and flavorful they were. I'll definitely be making them again.


Bettie Hunter
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These pork chops were amazing! I'm not a huge fan of pork, but these were so juicy and flavorful, I couldn't get enough. The orange brine and herb rub were the perfect combination.


Harish Sunar
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the pork chops were tough. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Nkanyezi Mayeza
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The pork chops were a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try brining them for longer next time.


Sarah Ziad
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These pork chops were juicy and flavorful. The orange brine and herb rub were a great combination. I'll definitely be making these again.


Elizabeth Mulenga
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I'm not a big pork chop fan, but these were amazing! The orange brine and herb rub really made a difference. I'll definitely be making these again.


Althaf Mohamed
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These pork chops were delicious! The orange brine gave them a wonderful flavor, and the herb rub was perfect. I will definitely be making these again.


JUICE WROLD 999 XXXTATESON
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I've made these pork chops several times now, and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make, and they always come out perfect. I love that I can throw them in the brine in the morning and then cook them for dinner without any fuss.


Taiba Akter
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The orange brine really did something magical to these pork chops. They were so tender and moist, and the flavor was incredible. Even my picky kids loved them!


Samuel Banda
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These orange-brined pork chops were incredibly juicy and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweet and savory. The herb rub added a delicious crust, and the chops were cooked to perfection. Will definitely be making these again!