The Perfect Recipe for Grilled Pork Chops

If you're searching for a delicious and family-friendly dish, this grilled pork chop recipe is perfect for you! With a homemade dry rub that uses common spice cabinet ingredients, this meal is a great combination of savory and sweet flavors that are sure to satisfy. Get ready to make the best-grilled pork chops you've ever had!
GRILLING PORK CHOPS
GRILLING PORK CHOPS
You may have noticed various ways to grill pork chops online, with some advocating for high-heat cooking and others for indirect heat throughout. However, consider combining these methods to achieve tender pork with a crispy exterior.

To grill lean cuts of pork such as chops or tenderloin, we suggest using the two-zone cooking method. If you are using a charcoal grill, stack more briquettes on one side to create a hotspot and less on the other. For gas grilling, turn one burner to medium-high heat and leave the other on low.
TIPS FOR GRILLED PORK CHOP
TIPS FOR GRILLED PORK CHOP

  • Both bone in and boneless pork chops can be used. However, we recommend using bone in chops as they stay moist when grilled.
  • The marinade can be prepared and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before use.
  • The marinade has sugar that provides excellent taste, but it may char on the grill. Ensure your grill is not too hot before putting on your meat!
  • To achieve juicy, perfectly cooked pork chops with a grilled flavor, try using two-zone heat.
  • To enhance the taste of grilled pork chop, add freshly cracked black pepper to your seasoning blend.
  • To ensure that your pork chop stays juicy, avoid piercing it with a fork or cutting it while it's still cooking.

HOW LONG DO YOU MARINATE PORK CHOPS
HOW LONG DO YOU MARINATE PORK CHOPS?
For best results, marinate your pork chops for at least one hour before grilling. To enhance the flavor, consider marinating them for up to 8 hours.
CAN YOU REUSE THE PORK CHOP MARINADE
CAN YOU REUSE THE PORK CHOP MARINADE?
To prevent foodborne illness, it's important not to use the marinade that has been in contact with raw meat. However, if you want to use the marinade as a sauce, you can make it safe by boiling it for a few minutes. In addition to killing any harmful bacteria, this will also thicken the sauce.
GRILLED PORK CHOP VARIATIONS
GRILLED PORK CHOP VARIATIONS
While this recipe is delicious as-is, you can add other ingredients to customize it to your tastes.

  • Spicy: If you want, you can include crushed red pepper flakes in the marinade. Add around 1/4 teaspoon, but you can add more if you prefer.
  • Asian: Consider using a marinade made with a mixture of olive oil, toasted sesame oil, lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, and garlic.
  • Mexican: To enhance the flavor, marinate the chops in a mixture of olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, and onion powder. For a more delicious taste, add a little cilantro before serving.

TEMPERATURE SHOULD PORK BE COOKED TO
WHAT TEMPERATURE SHOULD PORK BE COOKED TO?
To ensure your pork is safe to eat and remains moist and tender, it should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. The best way to determine if your pork is fully cooked is by using a thermometer.

Insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the meat for the most accurate reading. I enjoy making these pork chops throughout the year because they are delicious. I hope your family enjoys them as much as mine does!
Perfect Recipe for Grilled Pork Chops
The Perfect Recipe for Grilled Pork Chops
INGREDIENTS 
  • 4 pork chops
  • Sweet Rub (Ingredients below)
SWEET RUB INGREDIENTS
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon coarse kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 2 teaspoons cracked black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRILLED PORK CHOPS
INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRILLED PORK CHOPS:
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the Sweet Rub and set it aside.
  2. Before cooking, set your grill to medium-high heat (approximately 400 degrees F) for two-zone grilling (one direct heat area and one indirect heat area).
  3. Season the pork chops with Sweet Rub on all sides and press the rub into the meat.
  4. Sear the chops on the hottest part of the grill for 2-3 minutes on each side internal temperature should be 145 Fahrenheit.
  5. Remove the chops from the grill and place them on a plate. Allow them to rest for 3-4 minutes before serving.
  6. After grilling the chops, allow them to rest for 5-6 minutes before slicing.

I hope you enjoyed this delicious grilled pork chop recipe! It's always a relief to find an amazing meal that doesn't take hours to cook.

This recipe will make a delicious grilled pork chop that your family will love. Give it a try! They will probably want more than one serving! This one is definitely a keeper!
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