Best Greek Honey And Lemon Pork Chops Recipes

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GREEK HONEY-LEMON PORK CHOPS



Greek Honey-Lemon Pork Chops image

The marinade in this recipe not only makes chops sear beautifully but also provides enticing sweet-sour balance. The chops have to marinate at least 4 hours.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Pork

Time 4h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 bone-in pork rib chops
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons finely shredded lemon peel
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon snipped of fresh mint or 1/2 teaspoon dried mint, crushed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Trim fat from chops.
  • Place chops in resealable plastic bag set in a shallow dish.
  • For marinade: In small bowl, combine honey, lemon peel, lemon juice, mint, oil, salt and cayenne pepper.
  • Pour over chops.
  • Seal bag; turn to coat chops.
  • Marinate in the refrigerator for 4-24 hours, turning bag occasionally.
  • Drain chops, discarding marinade.
  • For a charcoal grill, place chops on the grill rack directly over medium coals.
  • Grill, uncovered, for 11-13 minutes or until chops are slightly pink in center and juices run clear, turning once halfway through grilling.
  • For a gas grill, preheat grill, reduce heat to medium.
  • Place chops on grill rack over heat.
  • Cover and grill as above.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 908.6, Fat 53.5, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 263.1, Sodium 545.8, Carbohydrate 9.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 8.9, Protein 92.1

GREEK PORK CHOPS



Greek Pork Chops image

My in-laws taught me a lot about cooking, so any time I come across a great new recipe, I enjoy making it for them. These bright, lemony chops quickly became a favorite. -Geri Lipczynski, Oak Lawn, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
4 boneless pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 4 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix first 9 ingredients. Add pork chops and turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate 8 hours or overnight., Drain pork, discarding marinade. Grill chops, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 145°, 4-5 minutes per side. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.Freeze option: Freeze chops with marinade in a freezer container. To use, thaw in refrigerator overnight. Drain pork, discarding marinade. Grill as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 349mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LEMON-HONEY PORK CHOPS



Lemon-Honey Pork Chops image

A citrus twist of lemon and quick microwave cooking make this a honey of a pork chop recipe.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 32m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pork loin chops, 1/2 inch thick (1/2 pound)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes
1 small garlic clove, finely chopped
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
2 thin slices lemon

Steps:

  • Arrange pork chops, narrow ends toward center, in square microwavable dish, 8x8x2 inches. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mix 2 tablespoons water, the honey, lemon peel, lemon juice, parsley and garlic; pour over pork.
  • Cover with plastic wrap, folding back one edge or corner 1/4 inch to vent steam. Microwave on Medium (50%) 5 minutes; rotate dish 1/4 turn. Microwave 12 to 15 minutes longer, rotating casserole 1/4 turn every 3 minutes, until slightly pink when cut near bone. Remove pork to warm plates.
  • 3. Mix cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water; stir into mixture in dish. Cover tightly and microwave on High 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture thickens and boils. Spoon sauce over pork. Garnish with lemon slices.

LEMON PORK CHOPS



Lemon Pork Chops image

These chops can simmer all day on low and be super-tender by dinnertime. I serve them with a crisp salad and macaroni and cheese as a side dish. -Barbara De Frang, Hazen, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h5m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 bone-in pork chops (7 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 medium lemon, thinly sliced
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup

Steps:

  • Place the pork chops in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with onion and lemon. Sprinkle with brown sugar; drizzle with ketchup., Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 543mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

GREEK HONEY AND LEMON PORK CHOPS



Greek Honey and Lemon Pork Chops image

Honey and lemon add the sweet and sour flavor to these juicy and moist pork chops.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 pork loin chops or ribs, 1/2 inch thick (about 1 lb)
1 tablespoon all-purpose Greek seasoning
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • Set oven control to broil. Place pork on rack in broiler pan. In small bowl, mix remaining ingredients. Brush honey mixture evenly on tops of pork chops.
  • Broil pork with tops 4 to 6 inches from heat 7 to 8 minutes, turning once and brushing with honey mixture, until no longer pink when cut near bone. Discard any remaining honey mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 45 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g

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