Juicy pork chops baked with mango BBQ sauce, onions, and peppers for a tangy, vibrant dinner.
# Components:
→ Pork and Produce
01 - 4 bone-in pork chops, approximately 1 inch thick
02 - 1 large ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and diced
03 - 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
04 - 1 medium red onion, sliced
→ Sauce & Seasonings
05 - 1 cup gluten-free BBQ sauce
06 - 2 tablespoons honey
07 - 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
# Method Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a large baking dish with olive oil.
02 - Place pork chops into the baking dish and season each side evenly with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and ground cumin.
03 - Distribute sliced red onion and red bell pepper around the pork chops in the dish.
04 - In a mixing bowl, combine BBQ sauce, diced mango, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until well mixed.
05 - Pour the mango BBQ sauce evenly over the pork chops and vegetables, ensuring all surfaces are covered.
06 - Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
07 - Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes until pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F and the sauce is bubbling.
08 - Broil for 2 to 3 minutes if desired, to caramelize the top.
09 - Allow pork chops to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
