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    Published: Jan 13, 2017 · Modified: Aug 14, 2019 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

    One Pan Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner w/Sweet Potatoes, Apples & Onions

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    Ponzu is a Japanese citrus based sauce that not only adds tremendous flavor to this One Pan Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner, it also tenderizes the chops and helps keep them moist and juicy.

    Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner

    What goes better with pork chops than apples, sweet onions, and sweet potatoes? Not much in my book! However, the addition of Japanese ponzu sauce helps to unite these ingredients with a light, citrusy flavor.

    Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner

    This One Pan Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner is a sure-fire family pleaser which takes only minutes to prepare. You'll only need a vegetable peeler and chef's knife to prepare and slice the apples, onions, and sweet potatoes. Then the majority of the work is done by the oven while you go relax for 40 minutes until dinner is wonderfully caramelized and ready to serve. Easy peasy, pork chop pleasy! 🙂

    Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner

    Since I'd already had store-bought ponzu sauce in my pantry, that's what I used to mix up the sauce. There are plenty of recipes on the internet if you prefer making your own, some of which can be found on the following sites: Wandercooks, Serious Eats, and Just One Cookbook. When looking for ponzu in your local market, you'll find it in the International aisle.

    Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner | Kudos Kitchen by Renee

    Since I didn't want to use straight ponzu, because I wanted something that would stick to the ingredients a little more, I mixed it with a bit of grapeseed oil (you can use any light flavored oil you prefer). I also added some fresh orange juice and orange zest to pump up the citrus flavor. If you're feeling adventurous, think about adding some minced garlic or shallots as well. I didn't do this (and it's not written in the recipe), but I'm sure it would be a flavorful addition.

    Let's begin making this One Pan Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner:

    Begin by assembling medium sweet potatoes, 2 Gala apples, 1 large sweet onion, and 1 navel orange. Peel and slice the sweet potatoes and apples into large chunks (approximately 1½" x 2").

    How to make Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner

    Peel the onion and slice into large chunks. Place the sliced sweet potatoes, apples and onions into a large bowl. Place 4 boneless pork chops (approximately 1" thick) onto a sheet tray. In a medium bowl. stir together ¼ cup ponzu sauce, the zest and juice from one orange, and 3 tablespoons grapeseed oil. Spoon some of the sauce over both sides of the pork chops and season with salt and pepper to taste.

    How to make Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner

    Pour the remaining sauce over the vegetables and apple slices in the bowl, season with salt and pepper and toss well to coat. Place the veggie and apple slices on the sheet tray with the pork chops and roast in a preheated 425 degree oven to 35-40 minutes. Serves 4.

    How to make Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner

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    One Pan Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner

    Renee Goerger
    One Pan Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner ensures moist and juicy chops while marinating the sweet potatoes, apples, and onions in the citrus sauce.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 40 minutes mins
    Total Time 50 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 0 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 boneless pork chops approximately 1" thick
    • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and chopped into 2" slices
    • 2 Gala apples or your favorite variety, peeled, seeded and chopped into 2" slices
    • 1 large sweet onion, peeled and sliced into large slices
    • ¼ cup ponzu sauce
    • 1 navel orange zested and juiced
    • 3 tablespoon grapeseed oil or your favorite light flavored oil
    • Salt and Pepper to taste
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
    • Place the chops on a non-stick baking sheet.
    • Place the chopped sweet potatoes, apples and onions in a large bowl.
    • In a medium bowl, mix together the ponzu sauce, orange juice, orange zest, and grapeseed oil.
    • Spoon some of the sauce over each chop. Season with salt and pepper, flip and repeat on the other side.
    • Pour the remaining sauce over the vegetables in the bowl. Season with salt and pepper, and toss well to coat.
    • Add the seasoned vegetables to the baking sheet in an even layer.
    • Roast in a preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the vegetables are caramelized and the pork chops are cooked through.

    Notes

    Tools and equipment:
    vegetable peeler
    cutting board
    large bowl
    medium bowl
    chef's knife
    microplane or rasp
    non-stick baking sheet

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0Calories: 0kcalCarbohydrates: 0gProtein: 0gFat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0gMonounsaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 0mgPotassium: 0mgFiber: 0gSugar: 0gVitamin A: 0IUVitamin C: 0mgCalcium: 0mgIron: 0mg

    I've decided to coordinate this recipe for One Pan Ponzu Pork Chop Dinner with my hand painted bride and groom chef's aprons. Since this recipe is super simple to make, I think it would be a great one for newlyweds to prepare and enjoy together. I do.

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    1. Renée says

      September 21, 2020 at 5:55 am

      Glad I could help, Rose.
      Take good care,
      Renee

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    2. Brandy | Nutmeg Nanny says

      January 16, 2017 at 8:00 am

      A perfectly easy and delicious meal after a long day! Just what I need!

      Reply
    3. Amy Stafford says

      January 14, 2017 at 1:27 pm

      Love how easy and delicious this is. Definitely adding it to my weekly rotation.

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    4. Krista says

      January 13, 2017 at 10:16 pm

      It's settled we are having pork for dinner tomorrow!

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    5. thespeckledpalate says

      January 13, 2017 at 3:43 pm

      I've never used Ponzu sauce in my cooking before, and I clearly need to change that because this pork chop dinner looks fabulous! I love the addition of the sweetness with the apples and sweet potatoes, too.

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    6. Des @ Life's Ambrosia says

      January 13, 2017 at 3:33 pm

      I love love love ponzu! This sounds awesome!

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