Orange Pork Chops with Tarragon

5 Reviews

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 20 min
Ready In: 25 min

“Seared pork chops are simmered with tarragon and orange juice in this surprisingly quick and easy main dish!” - by HAC3

Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
4 (6 ounce) boneless pork loin chops
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons dry white wine
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

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Original recipe yields 4 pork chops

Directions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season pork chops with salt and pepper, and cook in the hot oil until lightly browned on both sides, about 4 minutes per side. Add the wine, orange juice, and tarragon, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, 10 to 15 minutes, until the pork is no longer pink in the center. Remove the pork chops from the skillet, set aside, and keep warm.
Dissolve the cornstarch in the water, and stir into the simmering liquid until the sauce thickens, about 45 seconds. Pour sauce over the pork chops to serve.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (4 total)

Calories
239 cal
12%

Fat
13.4 g
21%

Carbs
5.4 g
2%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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LADYJAYPEE

Oct. 24, 2007

"We thought these were really good. For a more intense orange flavor, I did take 2c of orange juice & a pat of butter, and reduced it down to 1/2c. I then added the 2T chardonnay to my OJ reduction a..." See morend continued the recipe as written, though with my already-thick reduction sauce, I did not have to add the cornstarch/water step. Served with green beans, and steamed brown basmati rice with a bit of butter, chardonnay, and drizzled with a some of the orange sauce. Thanks for the great recipe, HAC3!"

SWEETDELIRIUM

Jul. 29, 2008

"I used bone in pork chops and it turned out fine. I did the orange reduction versus the cornstarh thickening method and it was delicious! It took a little extra time, but well worth it IMO...." See more"

Elizabeth

Feb. 12, 2009

"This very simple recipe is lovely. I read other review and agree that more orange juice is key (a added a cup) and I used fresh tarragon (about 2 teaspoons.) As the sauce was thickening, a dash of cay..." See moreenne pepper, a teaspoon of orange zest and a 1/2 tsp of sugar really enhanced the favor. It was a hit -- thanks!"

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