This top-rated grilled pork chop recipe results in tender, juicy, and incredibly flavorful meat every time.
How to Grill Pork Chops
You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics:
How to Make Grilled Pork Chops
Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make grilled pork chops at home:
- Make the marinade.
- Marinate the pork chops in the fridge.
- Cook the pork chops on the grill until no longer pink in the center.
How Long to Grill Pork Chops
Wondering how long to cook pork chops on the grill? On a grill preheated to medium-high heat, the chops should be completely cooked through (no longer pink in the center) after 5-6 minutes on each side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Can You Reuse the Pork Chop Marinade?
Never reuse the marinade straight from the bag, as the bacteria from the raw meat could make you very sick.
If you’d like to use the marinade as a sauce for the pork chops, you can make it safe-to-eat by boiling the liquid for several minutes. This process will also reduce the liquid, resulting in a thick sauce.
What to Serve With Grilled Pork Chops
Explore our collection of 11 Best Side Dishes for Grilled Pork for serving inspiration. Here are a few of the crowd-pleasing recipes you’ll find:
How to Store Grilled Pork Chops
Store your leftover grilled pork chops in an airtight container or wrapped in foil in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise
“These were absolutely delicious,” raves Laura. “I followed the recipe and marinated the pork chops for three hours. We grilled them and my husband kept saying, ‘These smell amazing.’ They were so juicy and flavorful.”
“Very juicy and flavorful,” according to racowin. “We had one pork chop leftover and it was still juicy after reheating it! This is going to be a new go-to recipe!”
“I'm a beginner when it comes to grilling and this recipe was fun, easy, and simple to do,” says Connor Robison. “My first ever grilled pork chops were great and the family loved them!”
Editorial contributions by Corey Williams
Ingredients
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½ cup water
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⅓ cup light soy sauce
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¼ cup vegetable oil
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3 tablespoons lemon pepper seasoning
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2 teaspoons minced garlic
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6 boneless pork loin chops, trimmed of fat
Directions
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Mix water, soy sauce, vegetable oil, lemon-pepper seasoning, and garlic in a deep bowl; add pork chops and toss to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
![Water, soy sauce, vegetable oil, lemon-pepper seasoning and garlic mixed together in a bowl.]()
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Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
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Remove pork chops from the marinade and shake off excess; discard the remaining marinade.
![Remove pork chops from marinade and shake off excess.]()
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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).
![Cook pork chops on preheated grill.]()
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![Cook until they're no longer pink and center reads 145 degrees F.]()
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Serve hot and enjoy!
![looking down at a few grilled pork chops resting on a cutting board with a few slices cut]()
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Nutrition:
The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the marinade ingredients. The actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 380 | Calories |
| 22g | Fat |
| 2g | Carbs |
| 41g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 380 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 22g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol 124mg | 41% |
| Sodium 1254mg | 55% |
| Total Carbohydrate 2g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 41g | 81% |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 0% |
| Calcium 22mg | 2% |
| Iron 1mg | 8% |
| Potassium 728mg | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
