Grilled Pork Chops
Summertime calls for grilled pork chops made with flavorful Italian marinade. These bone in pork chops are a healthy dinner that comes together in under an hour! And while the chops are on the grill, it's the perfect time to throw some vegetables on too - my guide to grilled vegetables has all the cooking tips you need for perfectly charred veggies three ways, ready in about the same amount of time.
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Grilled Pork Chops Recipe
It was a long winter and I'm so glad to be back at the grill in the pleasant, late spring Arizona weather.
Once you know how to grill, you can grill anything! Some of my favorite recipes are things that I can grill because it's one of the easiest methods of making delicious meals without heating up my kitchen.
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This easy recipe includes instructions to make the most flavorful marinade. We love marinated pork tenderloin, and marinating other cuts of meat has become our go-to method.
These delicious bone in pork chops are great for a casual weeknight meal, but they also make a stunning main dish for a fancier dinner.
Why You'll Love this Recipe
Grilled pork chops are wonderful for a number of reasons:
This tasty dinner can be ready to serve in under an hour! Just make the easy pork chop marinade, let the meat marinate for a bit, then fire up the grill.
You'll save even more time if you let the chops marinate overnight.
Pork pairs well with tons of dishes. Serve up the best grilled pork chops with any and all of your favorite sides.
Bone in pork chops are an affordable cut of meat. They're also lean which makes them a healthier option.
Ingredients
Bone-in pork chops help lock in moisture so your pork chops stay juicy and tender. The bone also imparts some flavor as well. I recommend choosing bone-in chops that are about 1 ½-inches thick. Any thinner than that and the pork can become tough and dry pretty quickly on the grill.
To help make the pork chops even more tender and add some flavor, I like to use a combination of red wine vinegar and lemon juice. You can get the same effect from the acidity in balsamic, white or apple cider vinegar along with lime juice.
For the dried herbs I use a mix of thyme, rosemary, and parsley. There is plenty of room to have fun with the seasoning. You can also use basil, oregano or cilantro. Feel free to use some fresh herbs too!
Red pepper flakes add a hint of spice to the marinade, but you can leave it out, if needed.
Want to use a different flavor of marinade?
There are so many marinades that pair great with pork here and on our sister site, Cook At Home Mom. I love rotating through my 9 best pork chop marinades depending on what I serve on the side!
How to Make the Grilled Pork Chops
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- Measure the marinade ingredients into a mason jar. Then, screw the lid on tightly and shake, shake, shake.... Or use a bowl and whisk. This causes the oil in the marinade to emulsify, meaning the oil won't separate from the other ingredients.
- Place the pork chops into a zip top bag or a glass dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap and pop it in the fridge.
- Marinate the chops for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours.
- About 25 minutes before you fire up the grill, take the pork chops out of the fridge so they can come to room temperature.
Time Saving Tip: I find it helpful to prepare the marinade in the morning so the pork chops are ready to grill at dinner time.
- Grill pork chops for 5 minutes, then flip at cook for additional 4 to 6 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meat reaches at least 145°F.
- Remove the pork from the heat and let them rest for 5 to 10 minutes. This allows the meat to reabsorb its juices, making them even more tender.
Madison's Tips for Success:
I've tested this recipe and have successfully made it many times. Use these tips to ensure that it turns out perfectly for you, too!
- Make sure you marinate pork chops for at least 30 minutes; longer infuses even more flavor! Don't marinate for more than 24 hours or the citrus in the marinade will begin to break down the meat.
- After removing raw meat from the marinade, throw out any leftover marinade. Raw pork carries bacteria like e-Coli that can make you and your family very sick. See this FDA article for more information on food safety.
- When pork chops are ready to be flipped, they will easily release from the grill. If you try to flip them and they are sticking to the grill, that means they aren't ready to flip yet. Be patient!
- For thinner pork chops or boneless, reduce the cook time to 6 to 10 minutes depending on thickness.
- The pork chops are done when the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). If you like your chops a little more done, you can cook them to 160°F (71°C). When you insert the probe into the meat, be sure it isn't touching any bone!
Bone In Pork Chops FAQs
I recommend cooking with the lid closed so that you can trap the heat and cook the pork chops evenly.
Truthfully, you don't need more than a good pair of tongs and a grill that works. Whether it's charcoal, pellet or gas is up to you.
Aside from that, a quality meat thermometer will ensure that your meat is cooked completely. I've been eyeing these wireless, Bluetooth thermometers!
Serving Ideas
When you're preparing the marinade for this recipe, you can always double it to marinade some veggies in a separate bag. My favorite way to grill veggies is in a foil pack or grill-safe basket. This is a great side option if you want to cook everything outside on the grill!
There are so many delicious sides like shredded cheesy potatoes and broccoli salad that pair great with the flavors of these bone in pork chops.
You could also serve them on top of this strawberry spinach salad.
Finish your meal off with delicious summer desserts, such as peach cobbler or some no bake whipped cream pies!
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Grilled Pork Chops (Bone In or Boneless)
Ingredients
- 6 bone-in pork chops 1 to 2 inches thick
Marinade
- ½ cup red wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon rosemary
- ½ teaspoon parsley
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup olive oil
Instructions
- Measure the marinade ingredients (½ cup red wine vinegar, ½ teaspoon thyme, ½ teaspoon rosemary, ½ teaspoon parsley, 1 tablespoon minced garlic, ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, ¼ teaspoon sea salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper) into a mason jar. Seal tightly with the lid and shake vigorously to combine.
- Place 6 bone-in pork chops in a zip-top bag or glass dish and cover with marinade.
- Marinate in fridge for a minimum of 30 minutes or as long as 24 hours.
- When ready to cook, preheat grill to medium high heat (375°F).
- Clean the grates with a grill brush, then grease grates with 1 cup olive oil or grill spray.
- Place bone in pork chops on grill and cook on first side for 5 minutes. Use grill tongs or spatula to flip chops over, and cook for 4-6 minutes on second side. Pork is done when Internal temperature of the meat is at least 145°F degrees. *Be sure that the probe of your thermometer is not touching any bone.
- Remove from grill and let meat rest for 5-10 minutes. Serve with your favorite sides.
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I had been making pork chops without marinade for years and now that I've tried this I'm wondering why! The marinade makes all the difference. I once again love grilled pork chops.
For a family gathering, this is our go-to dish. I used bone-in pork (which we usually prefer). And I made a sweet and tangy marinade this time with honey and soy sauce. It tasted good!
These grilled pork chops are absolutely amazing! They're bursting with flavor, incredibly tender, and simply delicious. When I served them for dinner, they were a resounding hit with everyone at the table. I'm already looking forward to making this recipe again. Thank you for sharing it!
5 star recipe ⭐️ will be making this again and again!
I made this the other night for dinner. My daughter said it was one of the best dinners.
I don't typically marinate pork chops but it gave them such a delicious flavor! The hint of red pepper flakes was genius and hubby is now obsessed.
I prepared these grilled pork chops for dinner recently, and they were a resounding success! The chops turned out incredibly tender and bursting with flavor. What makes this recipe even better is how straightforward and hassle-free it is to follow. I highly recommend giving it a shot!
We sometimes have pork chops for lunch or dinner. But grilling it made it more fantastic! I tried experimenting with the marinade. I used different herbs and seasonings and added grilled veggies! This is great thanks!
I love that you can marinade these for just 30 minutes, so I made them tonight for a quick dinner. They were fantastic and filled with flavor! The vinegar added so much flavor. Thanks!
My dad made these for the family and they were a huge hit! These will definitely be made again this summer!
These pork chops were incredibly tender and juicy! Such a great family dinner.
The grilled pork chops! My husband loves pork, so we made it for his dinner birthday, the whole family enjoyed!
These grilled pork chops are simply amazing! The marinade adds so much flavor and keeps the meat tender and juicy, making for a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.