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Quick & Easy Pork Chop Marinades

Pork chop marinade that delivers juicy, grilled pork chops with a quick classic mix of olive oil, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Whisk, marinate for 30 minutes, then grill to 145°F for a tender, flavorful result.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Marinating 30 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 460
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Classic Marinade
  • 4 pork chops (1-inch thick) Choose pork chops about 1-inch thick for even grilling.
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried herbs
  • 0.25 Salt and pepper Season to taste; use both salt and black pepper.

Equipment

  • 1 cast iron skillet
  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Mix and marinate
  1. Whisk the olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried herbs together until smooth.
  2. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper, then coat with the marinade.
  3. Marinate the pork chops for 30 minutes to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
Grill
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill the pork chops for 5-6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  3. Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pro tip: If you want faster flavor, stick to the 30-minute end of the marinating window and keep the pork cold until it hits the grill. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container for up to 3 days; freeze cooked pork chops for up to 2 months (thaw overnight in the fridge). For a lighter option, swap half the olive oil for low-sodium olive-oil spray or use a reduced-sodium soy sauce.