Mango BBQ Pork Chop Bake (Printable Version)

Baked pork chops in mango BBQ sauce with peppers and onions. Sweet, tangy, and effortless for dinner.

# What You’ll Need:

→ 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

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish with olive oil.
02 - Place pork chops in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and ground cumin.
03 - Distribute sliced red onion and red bell pepper around the pork chops for even coverage.
04 - In a mixing bowl, combine BBQ sauce, diced mango, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Mix thoroughly to incorporate.
05 - Pour mango BBQ sauce evenly over the pork chops and vegetables. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
06 - Bake covered for 25 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
07 - Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and sauce is bubbling.
08 - Optional: Broil 2–3 minutes to caramelize the sauce on top of the pork chops.
09 - Allow pork chops to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Vibrant flavors from mango and BBQ sauce
  • Easy one-pan recipe
02 -
  • Mango naturally tenderizes pork due to its enzymes
  • Check BBQ sauce label for gluten if required
03 -
  • Slice mango and vegetables uniformly for even cooking
  • Let pork rest after baking for juiciest results

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