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Chipotle Pork Chops

Published February 26, 2020. Last updated August 30, 2020 by Lauren Vavala

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Quick, budget-friendly Chipotle Pork Chops are easy to make and on the table in less than 30 minutes! These pork chops take just 4 ingredients including spicy chipotle peppers and sweet orange juice. They are absolutely delicious!

4 Orange Chipotle Pork Chops in a cast iron skillet over a gray background with a blue and white striped towel at the bottom

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Are you constantly short on time and energy right around the time when you should be preparing dinner? These Chipotle Pork Chops are the solution!

This recipe could not be more simple. Just toss a few ingredients into the blender, brush it on the pork, and cook!

Why This Recipe Works

As mentioned above, this recipe is really quick and easy. It only takes 5 ingredients and less than 30 minutes to get this meal on the table.

It’s also a budget-friendly meal. Pork is a less expensive meat and super versatile. Plus you only need a handful of other ingredients for this recipe, keeping the overall cost down.

This is a super flavorful and spicy dish.

You can, however, make it a bit milder and more family-friendly by removing the seeds from the chipotles and using more orange juice. Or, simply omit the peppers and just use some of the adobo sauce from the can instead.

How to Make Chipotle Pork Chops

What You Need To Make This Recipe

Pork chops on a white cutting board and 3 glass bowls with ingredients to make Orange Chipotle Pork Chops

The best part of this recipe besides the incredible taste, is that it takes 4 ingredients! Well 4 ingredients plus salt, pepper, and olive oil.

All you need is pork chops, garlic, chipotle peppers, and a little orange juice.

Prep!

There is no real prep work for this recipe.

All you need to do is preheat your oven to 350°F.

Create!

Orange chipotle sauce in a small glass bowl on a white background

Toss the garlic, chipotle peppers, and orange juice into your blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.

Tip: be sure to remove the seeds from the chipotle peppers before putting them in the blender if you want a milder glaze.

Orange chipotle sauce being brushed onto a pork chop with a green silicone brush

Pat your pork chops dry with a paper towel, season with salt and pepper. Brush the orange chipotle glaze onto one side.

4 Pork chops in a black cast iron skillet over a white background with a blue and white striped towel along one side

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium high. Add the pork, glazed side down.

Season the top of the pork with salt and pepper, then brush on the glaze.

Flip the pork after 2-3 minutes then transfer the pan to the oven. The other side will get a nice sear on it while they are baking in the oven.

Bake until the internal temperature reaches 145°F. This can take anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of your pork chops, so keep a close eye on them.

Present!

Close up of orange chipotle pork chops on a black plate with a blue and white towel and a dark gray background

Garnish the finished pork chops with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro or chives, if desired.

Tips and Techniques

  • Remove the seeds from the chipotle peppers and/or use more orange juice to make the glaze more mild. Or, simply omit the peppers and just use some of the adobo sauce from the can instead.
  • Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. Use within 3-4 days.

FAQ’s

  • Why are my pork chops tough? Pork chops are very easy to overcook, which in turn makes them dry and tough. It’s best to start pork chops in a skillet, then transfer them to the oven to finish cooking. You want to pull them out when the temperature reaches 145°F. The cooking time varies greatly depending on the thickness and how long they are in the frying pan, so keep a close eye on them as they bake.

More Pork Recipes to Try

Spooning extra marinade over the roasted cuban pork tenderloin on a wood cutting board

Another pork recipe that is loaded with flavor is this recipe for Cuban Pork Tenderloin. It’s made with a combination of citrus and spices and absolutely delicious alongside of some Creamy Coconut Rice and Fried Plantains.

It’s a definite must try – especially if you enjoy island flavors.

You might also like these Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas or this recipe for Brown Sugar and Honey Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin.

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4 Orange Chipotle Pork Chops in a cast iron skillet over a gray background with a blue and white striped towel at the bottom
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Chipotle Pork Chops

Quick, budget-friendly Chipotle Pork Chops are easy to make and on the table in less than 30 minutes! These pork chops take just 4 ingredients including spicy chipotle peppers and sweet orange juice. They are absolutely delicious!
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American, Gluten Free, Pork
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 pork chops
Calories 228kcal
Author Lauren Vavala

Ingredients

  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 chipotle peppers * remove seeds, if desired
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 pound pork chops * about 4
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • cilantro or chives * optional garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Place the garlic, chipotle peppers, and orange juice into your blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
  • Season the pork chops with salt and pepper, then brush the orange-chipotle glaze onto one side.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium high. Add the pork, glazed side down.
  • Season the top of the pork with salt and pepper, then brush on the remaining glaze.
  • Flip the pork chops after 2-3 minutes then transfer the pan to the oven.
  • Bake for 10-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F. The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the pork chops.
  • Garnish the finished pork chops with chopped fresh cilantro or chives, if desired.

Notes

Tips and Techniques

  • Remove the seeds from the chipotle peppers and/or use more orange juice to make the glaze more mild. Or, simply omit the peppers and just use some of the adobo sauce from the can instead.
  • Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. Use within 3-4 days.
 
** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 228kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 349mg | Potassium: 454mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 31IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

This post was originally published on April 17 2017. It was updated with an improved recipe, more thorough instructions, new images, tips, techniques, and FAQ’s in February 2020.

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Comments

  1. Kavita Favelle says

    October 15, 2018 at 4:55 am

    Really love the look (and ease) of the orange chipotle glaze, and it looks so versatile I can use it on pork, chicken, maybe also on tofu. Delicious!

    Reply
  2. Adrianne says

    October 15, 2018 at 3:43 am

    Yes, I have those nights too, when you are tired and hungry but still want to eat well and need a good recipe up your sleeve. This is it, YUM!! I love the combination of flavours and that it is possible to do on a week night. I am giving this one a go. Cheers!

    Reply
  3. Brian Jones says

    October 15, 2018 at 1:19 am

    That looks so very good, pork works so well with fruit, I must try this!

    Reply
  4. Sharon Chen says

    October 15, 2018 at 12:30 am

    Yum! This recipe is surely delicious. Easy to prepare, too.

    Reply
  5. Monica | Nourish + Fete says

    October 14, 2018 at 9:06 pm

    This sounds delicious, and I love how simple it is to adapt to both kid and adult palettes with just different ratios in the sauce! A definite dinner winner 🙂

    Reply
  6. Katie @ A Full Plate says

    April 12, 2017 at 12:45 pm

    I’m not a huge fan of chipotle, but I think you’ve sold me! These look delicious and I bet the orange balances out the chipotle.

    Reply
  7. Oscar says

    April 12, 2017 at 12:40 pm

    This looks amazing and I’m sure everyone in the family would love them. Saved for later!

    Reply
    • ourlittleeverything says

      April 12, 2017 at 9:01 pm

      Thanks Oscar – hope you all love them!

      Reply
  8. Cait Weingartner says

    April 12, 2017 at 2:50 am

    These pork chops look simply delicious! I bet they have a wonderful flavor, and I love how quick and easy they are to prepare. Thanks for sharing, I’m looking forward to making these soon.

    Reply
    • ourlittleeverything says

      April 12, 2017 at 8:56 pm

      Thank you Cait! We love quick, delicious recipes too!

      Reply
  9. Barb says

    April 12, 2017 at 1:08 am

    This looks so good and easy to make. My kids would love it! thanks for sharing the recipe!
    xoxo Barb
    http://www.flashesofdelight.com

    Reply
    • ourlittleeverything says

      April 12, 2017 at 8:50 pm

      Thanks Barb!

      Reply
  10. Leah says

    April 11, 2017 at 11:33 pm

    This looks like a great meal! What a yummy dish!

    Reply
    • ourlittleeverything says

      April 12, 2017 at 8:45 pm

      Thanks Leah!

      Reply
  11. Kristen Kavan says

    April 11, 2017 at 6:52 pm

    Welp. I now know what I’m making for Easter! I usually always make pork and have been looking for a great recipe! Thanks!

    Reply
    • ourlittleeverything says

      April 12, 2017 at 8:44 pm

      Thanks so much! I hope you love it!

      Reply
  12. Joanie @ ZagLeft says

    April 11, 2017 at 6:49 pm

    I’m a total fan of a 30-minute meal! Pork is so versatile, I love serving it for dinner and I know my family would love that orange chipotle sauce.

    Reply
    • ourlittleeverything says

      April 12, 2017 at 8:44 pm

      Thanks Joanie! I am with you 100% on the 30-minute meals – wish they were all that way!

      Reply
  13. David @ Spiced says

    April 11, 2017 at 2:00 pm

    What a great idea to tame the sauce back for the kid’s version! I love the flavor combination here, and these pork chops definitely need to be on our to-make list soon. Thanks so much for sharing! #client

    Reply
    • ourlittleeverything says

      April 12, 2017 at 8:43 pm

      Thanks! It’s always a challenge in this house to keep the spice-loving adults happy as well as the kids!

      Reply

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