A lemon rosemary rub, picking the right kind of chop, and grilling to the correct temperature are the secrets to perfect grilled pork chops that taste nothing like the dry, hockey puck-esque chops that I dreaded as a kid (I had to do a lot of bartering for dessert on pork chop night). Show
Due to said dry pork chop trauma, I shied away from cooking pork chops for most of my adult life. It’s only recently that I started exploring other cooking methods like Crock Pot Pork Chops, Air Fryer Pork Chops, and baking Smothered Pork Chops. Thank goodness I did, because I realized I’ve been missing out on a key protein that can add enjoyable variety to your dinner routine, especially if (like me) you get stuck in a Grilled Chicken Breast rut. That’s where grilled pork comes in! (Be sure to also check out this Grilled Pork Tenderloin for another yummy, healthy option.) Throw pork chops on your grill alongside Grilled Brussels Sprouts or Grilled Potatoes for a complete meal that’s easy enough for a weeknight and special enough for company, with (I love this part) pretty much zero clean up. How to Grill Pork Chops Without Drying Them OutFollow these four cardinal rules for perfect, juicy grilled pork chops.
Tip!For the best results, marinade pork chops (or let them sit with the rub) for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
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The Ingredients
Substitution Tip!If you prefer a juicy grilled pork chops marinade, you can use this Chicken Marinade. (I suggest to add chopped fresh rosemary, as it is an especially lovely pairing with pork.)
TIP!In addition to using the lemon zest for the rub, squeeze the lemon juice on top of the grilled chops. The bit of acidity helps to cut the richness of the pork and adds brightness. The Directions
TIP!You can also make grilled pork chops on the stove. Use a grill pan and be careful not to crowd it or the pork chops will not brown properly. If needed, cook the pork in batches. Prior batches will stay warm on a plate covered with aluminum foil. HOW LONG TO COOK PORK CHOPS ON THE GRILLOne of the best parts about grilling pork chops? It is FAST! The amount of time you need to cook pork chops on the grill will vary based on the thickness and whether you choose bone-in or boneless.
Storage Tips
Meal Prep TipPrep the pork with the rub and refrigerate up to 1 day in advance. Let it come to room temperature, and you are ready to grill. Leftover IdeasLeftover pork chops make a delicious addition to so many meals. Try diced up pork chops with your Homemade Fried Rice, Crock Pot Healthy Nachos, Crock Pot Baked Potatoes (delicious with some barbecue sauce), or Moroccan Couscous. What to Serve with Grilled Pork ChopsGrilling Grilled Corn30 mins Salads Roasted Vegetable Salad40 mins Side Dishes Sautéed Brussels Sprouts20 mins View All Sides View all recipes Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe
My Instant Read ThermometerI upgraded to this instant read thermometer and haven’t regretted it! I found it to be very accurate with temperature measurements. Get on AMazon Did you make this recipe?Let me know what you thought! Leave a rating below in the comments and let me know how you liked the recipe. Leave a Rating Pork chops, I’m so happy we’re friends! ReviewSave to FavoritesPrint Grilled Pork Chops5 from 6 votes How to cook PERFECT grilled pork chops. Juicy every time, thanks to a simple pork marinade. Never eat dry pork chops again! Prep: 5 mins Cook: 7 mins Total: 1 hr 25 mins Servings: 4 people ReviewSave to FavoritesPrint Ingredients 1x2x3x
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