Orange Molasses Pork Chops
Orange Molasses Pork Chops provide 32g protein and 348 calories per serving — lean protein with minimal calorie density for fat loss phases. Quick stovetop prep yields 6 servings, letting you portion into containers and grab all week. The lower calorie count pairs well with larger carb or vegetable sides while keeping your daily total in check.
Ingredients
- •Pork Chops, Bone-In(907g)
- •Molasses, Unsulfured(60g)
- •Orange Juice Concentrate, Frozen, Undiluted(60g)
- •Vinegar, Apple Cider(15g)
- •Mustard, Dijon(15g)
Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.
- •Garlic powder(1g)
- •1/2 tsp salt ($0.02)
- •Vegetable oil(30g)
Instructions
- 1Make the marinade by stirring together the molasses, orange juice concentrate, apple cider vinegar, dijon mustard, garlic powder, and salt. Place the marinade in a bag, add the chops, and seal tightly. Place in the refrigerator for at least two hours or longer if desired.
- 2When you’re ready to cook the chops, heat 2 Tbsp of vegetable oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is very hot (it will look wavy in the pan), add the chops. Cook for about 7 minutes on each side or until cooked through and the marinade has reduced to a thick sauce. No need to pour all of the marinade into the skillet, the amount that comes off of the chops as they cook will be plenty to make a nice sauce. Discard the extra marinade from the bag. Serve hot!
Nutrition — Per Serving
348
calories
32g
protein
19g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 11g
- Saturated fat
- 5.3g
- Sodium
- 118 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.1g
6 servings per batch · ~181g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Orange Molasses Pork Chops have per serving?
Each serving provides 32g protein and 348 calories with 19g fat and 11g carbs. The protein-to-calorie ratio makes this a solid option for hitting macros without excess volume.
How long does Orange Molasses Pork Chops take to prepare?
This is marked as quick prep stovetop and yields 6 servings, so you can cook multiple chops in one session for multiple meals throughout the week.
Is Orange Molasses Pork Chops good for muscle gain?
At 32g protein per 348-calorie serving with solid fat content, these chops support muscle gain phases by providing efficient protein density alongside the fat needed for hormone production.
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