Description
This Easy Grilled Pork Chops recipe features tender, flavorful bone-in pork chops marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and spices. Perfect for a quick summer BBQ or weeknight dinner, these pork chops grill to juicy perfection with a smoky crust and a touch of sweetness from brown sugar.
Ingredients
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Marinade
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Pork Chops
- 4 pork chops (bone-in preferred)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, and brown sugar in a bowl until well combined.
- Marinate the Pork Chops: Place the pork chops in a large ZipLoc bag, pour the marinade over them, squeeze out excess air, seal the bag, and massage to coat the meat evenly. For best results, refrigerate and marinate overnight or up to 24 hours. If short on time, allow to marinate at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your BBQ grill to medium-high temperature, aiming for 375°F to 400°F for optimum grilling heat.
- Grill the Pork Chops: Remove pork chops from the marinade and discard the marinade. Place chops on the preheated grill. For 1-inch thick pork chops, cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part reads 140°F. Avoid cooking higher as the internal temperature will rise about 5°F while resting.
- Rest and Serve: Remove pork chops from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring tender and juicy meat. Serve warm.
Notes
- Marinate pork chops overnight for maximum flavor infusion.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to avoid overcooking and dry meat.
- Resting the meat after grilling is essential for juicy pork chops.
- If using thinner chops, reduce grilling time accordingly to prevent drying out.
- Bone-in pork chops provide more flavor and moisture retention than boneless.
- Adjust seasoning and spice level to your preference.
