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Marinated to perfection before cooking, these grilled pork chops are begging to be added to your summer menu.<\/p>\n
If there\u2019s one thing that the world has tried to tell us, it\u2019s that grilling is for Dads and Dads only. But I am here to tell you that anyone can grill up a fantastic dinner.<\/p>\n
So if you\u2019ve been intimidated by firing up the grill before, set aside your nerves and give it a try! You can even dip your toe into the grilling waters by trying out a grill pan indoors before you head to the backyard with a gas or charcoal grill.<\/p>\n
After all, wouldn\u2019t it be fun to celebrate Dad this Father\u2019s Day by making him a delicious dinner on the grill? These grilled pork chops are a great starting point\u00a0\u2013\u00a0they\u2019re super flavorful, juicy, and easy to make!<\/p>\n
Marinated grilled pork chops<\/p>\n
If you grew up eating sad, dry pork chops, I\u2019m here to change how you feel about this particular cut of meat.<\/p>\n
I\u2019ve definitely had my share of overcooked, bland pork chops. But these marinated and grilled pork chops are the exact opposite of that.<\/p>\n
These chops are marinated in a recipe similar to my grilled chicken marinade, then grilled until they are charred and flavorful on the outside but still juicy on the inside.\u00a0<\/p>\n
I love to make this recipe with thick-cut, bone-in pork chops. Sure, they\u2019re a little bit more indulgent, but they are also impressive to serve and add a little something special to a pretty easy meal.<\/p>\n
You can also use this marinade to make thinner grilled pork chops\u00a0\u2013 we\u2019ll talk about how to do that in a bit.<\/p>\n
How to grill pork chops<\/p>\n
If you don\u2019t feel like a grill master, don\u2019t worry. I used to be intimidated by my grill, too, but grilling a delicious dinner is so much easier than you might think!<\/p>\n
Marinade ingredients<\/p>\n
Before we throw our pork chops on the grill, we are going to marinade them in a savory, slightly tangy mixture.\u00a0<\/p>\n
For this pork chop marinade, we will use:\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00bc cup olive oil<\/p>\n
\u00bc cup reduced-sodium soy sauce<\/p>\n
\u00bc cup red wine vinegar<\/p>\n
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce<\/p>\n
2 tablespoons dijon mustard<\/p>\n
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar<\/p>\n
2 cloves minced garlic<\/p>\n
Dash of your favorite hot sauce<\/p>\n
Salt\/pepper to taste<\/p>\n
I recommend using reduced-sodium soy sauce in most recipes, including this one, since it lets you better control the salt content.<\/p>\n
If you want a spicier marinade, feel free to up the amount of hot sauce. A dash or two just adds flavor to the marinade but won\u2019t make it spicy, especially if you use something like Frank\u2019s RedHot or classic Cholula.<\/p>\n
Make sure to taste the marinade BEFORE adding the pork chops so you can add additional salt and pepper if needed. Remember, if your marinade is bland, your grilled pork chops will also be bland!<\/p>\n
This makes enough marinade for 4 thick-cut bone-in pork chops. If you want to use thinner pork chops, you will be able to fit more of them in the marinade.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Making this recipe<\/p>\n
Whisk all of the ingredients for the marinade together. Taste, adding salt and pepper as desired, then pour the marinade over the pork chops in a zip-top bag. Make sure to remove as much air from the bag as possible.<\/p>\n
If you want the marinade to do even more work, poke the pork chops on both sides with a fork before placing them in the marinade.<\/p>\n
Set the bag in a container (just in case it leaks) and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, but the longer the better. You could marinate the pork chops in the morning and let them rest in the fridge while you\u2019re at work.<\/p>\n
When you\u2019re ready to cook, bring your grill to medium-high heat and take the pork chops out of the marinade.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019d like, reserve some of the marinade for basting during cooking.<\/p>\n
Place the pork chops on the grill and cook until the thickest part of the chops reads 145\u00b0F on an instant-read thermometer. If you choose to baste them with the marinade, make sure you add it while there is plenty of time for the basted marinade to cook thoroughly.<\/p>\n
Remove the pork chops from the grill and let them rest 5-10 minutes before serving.<\/p>\n
Grilling times and tips<\/p>\n
How long your pork chops take to cook will depend on the thickness of the chops you use and your particular grill.<\/p>\n
Before you start cooking, make sure you let your grill preheat thoroughly. If you\u2019re using a charcoal grill, make sure you plan for plenty of time for your coals to heat all the way through.<\/p>\n
Once you place your pork chops on the grill, try not to move them again until it\u2019s time to flip. Not only does this create those pretty grill marks, but it also helps keep the meat from sticking to the grates.<\/p>\n
Thick pork chops will typically need 6-8 minutes per side to cook through. Thinner chops will need much less time \u2013 usually closer to 4 minutes per side.<\/p>\n
No matter what kind of pork chops you are using, make sure you cook the meat to 145\u00b0F, measured with an instant-read thermometer at the thickest part of the chops.<\/p>\n
Serving suggestions<\/p>\n
Grilled pork chops make for the perfect summer meal!\u00a0<\/p>\n
Serve them alongside strawberry spinach salad, cucumber salad, german potato salad, or grilled potato salad. They\u2019d also be delicious with air fryer green beans, baked sweet potatoes, or instant pot corn on the cob.<\/p>\n
This is also the perfect meal to serve alongside a batch of Kentucky mules or homemade strawberry lemonade or watermelon lemonade.<\/p>\n
And don\u2019t let the grilling fun end when the entrees are done! Try finishing the meal with grilled pound cake served alongside grilled peaches or grilled pineapple.<\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re making these grilled pork chops for Dad for Father\u2019s Day or serving them at your next backyard cookout, they\u2019re sure to be a recipe you want to repeat all summer long.<\/p>\n
\tCombine all ingredients except for the pork chops in a bowl and whisk together well combined. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as desired.Pour the marinade over the pork chops in a zip-top bag, removing as much air as possible.Place in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours or up to 8 hours.Bring grill to medium-high heat. Remove pork chops from the marinade.Cook the chops over medium-high heat until the thickest part of the chops reads 145\u00b0F on an instant-read thermometer. This typically takes about 6-8 minutes per side for thick chops, but the exact time will vary based on the thickness of your pork chops and your grill. If desired, baste the chops with some of the marinade during grilling, making sure to let any basted marinade cook thoroughly.Let chops rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.<\/p>\n
\tI recommend using reduced sodium soy sauce to allow you to better control the salt content of the marinade.
\nTo get the most out of your marinade, try poking the meat all over with a fork before placing in the marinade.
\nIf you choose to use thinner, boneless pork chops, you will be able to marinate more chops. Thinner, boneless chops will also cook faster, typically around 4 minutes per side. Be sure to cook all pork chops to an internal temperature of 145\u00b0F at the thickest part of the meat.
\n\tServing: 1pork chop, Calories: 375kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 31g, Fat: 23g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 14g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 90mg, Sodium: 834mg, Potassium: 655mg, Fiber: 0.5g, Sugar: 7g, Vitamin A: 18IU, Vitamin C: 2mg, Calcium: 37mg, Iron: 2mgNutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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