Best 8 Simple Marinated Grilled Pork Chops Recipes

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**Savory and Succulent: Grilled Pork Chops with a Trio of Marinades**

Pork chops, prized for their tender and juicy texture, take center stage in this culinary journey. This article presents a tantalizing trio of marinade recipes that infuse these succulent chops with an array of flavors, promising a delectable dining experience. From the zesty and herbaceous Italian marinade to the tangy and aromatic Asian-inspired blend, and the smoky and spicy Southwestern marinade, each recipe is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a classic grilled pork chop or a more adventurous fusion of flavors, this article has the perfect marinade to elevate your next grilling session. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the art of marinating and grilling pork chops, transforming them into delectable masterpieces.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BEST GRILLED PORK CHOPS



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This is a simple recipe. It is simple to throw together the marinade in the morning before going off to work and come home to an easy dinner to prepare at night.

Provided by goodeats

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Boneless

Time 2h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup water
⅓ cup light soy sauce
¼ cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
2 teaspoons minced garlic
6 boneless pork loin chops, trimmed of fat

Steps:

  • Mix water, soy sauce, vegetable oil, lemon pepper seasoning, and minced garlic in a deep bowl; add pork chops and marinate in refrigerator at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove pork chops from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Cook the pork chops on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center, 5 to 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 124 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 40.7 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 1254.4 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

MARINATED GRILLED PORK CHOPS



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These easy grilled pork chops are marinated in a mixture of spices, garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 to 6 center-cut loin pork chops (on the bone, about 1-inch in thickness)
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon brown mustard (or Dijon or a gourmet mustard blend)
2 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)
1 clove garlic (finely minced)
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels.
  • Put the chops in a large, zip-close food storage bag or nonreactive container with a lid.
  • In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar, mustard , brown sugar, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the marinade mixture over the pork chops.
  • Seal the bag or put a lid on the container and turn to thoroughly coat the pork chops. Refrigerate for 3 to 6 hours, turning the bag or container occasionally.
  • Grill the pork chops over direct high heat for 5 to 7 minutes on each side, or until the chops register at least 145 F-the minimum safe temperature for pork-on an instant-read thermometer . If the pork chops are very thick, allow more time but keep a watchful eye.
  • Serve with your choice of sides and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 132 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 687 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 22 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SIMPLE MARINATED GRILLED PORK CHOPS



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This pork chop marinade is so simple that I use it on all kinds of meat. For a more robust flavor, let the meat marinate in the refrigerator overnight. -Lori Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 bone-in pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 8 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a bowl or shallow dish, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic and pepper. Add pork chops and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Drain pork chops, discarding marinade. Grill chops on greased grill rack, covered, over medium heat or broil 4-5 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 145°; medium, 160°). Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 695mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 37g protein.

MARINATED GRILLED PORK CHOPS



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"I created this recipe several years ago," relates Jill McDeavitt of Greybull, Wyoming. "Since then, my family always asks to have pork chops done this way." With onion, basil, garlic and rosemary, they pack flavor in every bite.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup tomato juice
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
4 boneless pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 4 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 15 ingredients. Pour 1/2 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork chops. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting., Drain and discard marinade. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill pork, covered, over medium heat or broil 4-5 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until a thermometer reads 145°, basting frequently with reserved marinade. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 550mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED MARINATED PORK CHOPS



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My husband brought home a variation of this recipe from a pork conference. Not only did it win raves a home, it received a blue ribbon at a fair. I have seven children, five grandkids...and many opportunities to cook!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (12 ounces) cola
1/4 cup soy sauce
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 bone-in pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 8 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a 2-cup measuring cup, combine the first seven ingredients. Pour 1-1/2 cups into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork chops. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade for basting., Drain and discard. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°, basting occasionally with reserved marinade. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

MARINATED PORK CHOPS



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I make these tasty loin chops all the time and my family never tires of them. I whip up this pork chop marinade and let them soak overnight to get them tender. -Jean Neitzel, Beloit, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup canola oil
1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 garlic clove, minced
6 bone-in pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 8 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first 10 ingredients; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight., Drain pork, discarding marinade. Grill, covered, over medium heat, for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving. Freeze option: Freeze uncooked pork in bag with marinade. To use, completely thaw in refrigerator. Grill as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 calories, Fat 32g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 569mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 37g protein.

QUICK AND EASY GRILLED PORK CHOPS



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A quick and easy way to prepare flavorful grilled pork chops.

Provided by Erin

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 (6 ounce) thin-cut bone-in pork chops
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 pinch ground black pepper to taste
½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced, or to taste

Steps:

  • Season both sides of the pork chops with cayenne pepper and black pepper and lightly poke with a fork to make a few holes. Place pork in a casserole dish, pour soy sauce over top, and add garlic. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour, turning halfway through.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chops from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
  • Place chops on the preheated grill and reduce heat to medium. Cook until no longer pink in the center, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 49 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 1105.1 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

BEST PORK CHOP MARINADE



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This is the best pork chop marinade I've ever tasted. I starting throwing things together in a bowl and I'm so glad I wrote it down...try this! Flavor is best when pork is grilled.

Provided by BethAnne923

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 6h10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large pork chops
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
4 cloves garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon mesquite-flavored seasoning
½ teaspoon dried parsley flakes
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut each pork chop from one side through the middle horizontally to within 1/2 inch of the other side. Open the two sides and spread them out like an open book.
  • Whisk olive oil, brown sugar, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, thyme, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, mesquite seasoning, parsley, salt, and pepper together in a bowl and pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add pork chops, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator, 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 755.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 159.8 mg, Fat 41.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 62.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 1450.7 mg, Sugar 20.9 g

Tips:

  • Choose pork chops that are at least 1 inch thick for best results.
  • Use a flavorful marinade to enhance the taste of the pork chops. The recipe provides a simple marinade made with olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, and salt and pepper.
  • Marinate the pork chops for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat before cooking the pork chops.
  • Grill the pork chops for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
  • Let the pork chops rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

These grilled pork chops are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. They are perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight meal. The marinade adds a lot of flavor to the pork chops, and the grilling process gives them a nice smoky flavor. Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

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