Root Beer-Glazed Pork Chops
Root Beer-Glazed Pork Chops balance caramel sweetness with a gentle smoky heat from chipotle, finished on the grill for a glossy, savory-sweet crust. The reduced root beer and beef stock create a rich, slightly tangy glaze that keeps the chops juicy. Serve for a relaxed weekend cookout or an easy weeknight dinner when you want classic barbecue vibes with a twist.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Root Beer-Glazed Pork Chops, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 17 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 14
- Heart Health
- 4
- Metabolic
- 10
- Digestive
- 27
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 33
- General Wellness
- 1
Put the pork chops in a dish; pour 2 cans of the root beer over the chops. Refrigerate to marinate for at least 2 hours. Take the pork chops out of the root beer; season with salt and pepper.
- 2
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the remaining can of root beer, the beef stock, brown sugar, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce; simmer until reduced to about 3/4 cup. Set aside.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
- 4
Grill the pork chops on the preheated grill until they are no longer pink in the center, about 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Brush the chops generously with the reduction sauce and continue cooking for about 2 minutes more per side. Remove from the grill and brush with any remaining sauce. Season with salt to taste before serving.
- Calories 357.02 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 31.65 g Good Source 63%
- Carbohydrate 46.08 g 17%
- Total Fat 6.2 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 2.18 g Moderate 11%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 61.21 mg High 20%
- Sodium 2243.53 mg High 98%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Total Sugars 45.77 g --
- Added Sugars 33.27 g High 67%
- Calcium 2.9 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 2.34 mg Moderate 13%
- Potassium 39.42 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 0.61 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.36 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Caffeine ☕
- Fish 🐟
- Soy 🌱
- Corn 🌽
About This Recipe
Root Beer Glazed Pork Chops is made with 8 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Beef Stock, Brown Sugar, Chipotle Hot Sauce, and Cooking Oil. Each serving provides about 357.02 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Root Beer-Glazed Pork Chops made of?
- The main ingredients are Beef Stock, Brown Sugar, Chipotle Hot Sauce, Cooking Oil, Pork Chop. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Root Beer-Glazed Pork Chops?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 357.02 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Root Beer-Glazed Pork Chops easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 8 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Root Beer-Glazed Pork Chops healthy?
- Root Beer-Glazed Pork Chops has an easyChef Pro health score of 33/100. Per serving, it provides 357.02 calories and 31.65 g of protein, or 63% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 2243.53 mg (98% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 2.18 g (11% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 33.27 g (67% of the Daily Value). It contains Caffeine, Fish, Soy and Corn, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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