The best Grilled Pork Chops recipe! These come out tender and juicy, and the ingredients in the marinade and dry rub are the perfect compliment to pork. A new staple summer recipe!

Grilled Pork Chops Recipe

Everyone who tries these grilled pork chops loves them, including picky eaters. Even the kids will polish these off. They’re amazingly flavorful and super easy to make! Plus they’re inexpensive since we use the thinner cuts.

It’s just a bit of whisking and being sure to allow time to soak up the pork chop marinade, then a brief cook time on the grill (with these thinner cuts).

You could even make the grilled pork chop marinade the night before then add the chops the next day and let them soak while you’re at work.

Keep in mind this grilled pork chop marinade not only adds a a lightly sweet and tangy flavor, but it’s also salty so it will help keep the pork chops juicy and helps tenderize them. Allow enough time to marinate (at least 2 hours), don’t skip it.

Grilled Pork Chops Ingredients

These grilled pork chops are packed with flavor thanks to the pork chop marinade and the pork chop seasoning used in this recipe.

To make both the pork chop seasoning and marinade, you’ll need:

  • Bone-in pork chops (about 1/2-inch thick)
  • Apple juice
  • Apple cider vinegar
  • Honey
  • Kosher salt
  • Dijon mustard
  • Cumin
  • Paprika
  • Garlic powder
  • Pepper
  • Onion powder
  • Cinnamon
  • Cayenne pepper

How to Make Pork Chop Marinade and Dry Rub

  • To a mixing bowl, add apple juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, dijon and kosher salt, whisk well.

  • Place pork chops in a gallon size resealable bag, pour apple juice mixture over pork chops. Seal bag while pressing out excess air.

  • Transfer to refrigerator and let marinate 2 – 4 hours (if possible turn and rotate bag halfway through marinating).

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together cumin, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, cinnamon and cayenne pepper.

  • Remove pork chops from marinade and dab both sides dry with paper towels. Sprinkle pork chop seasoning evenly over both sides.

How to Grill Pork Chops

  • Preheat grill over medium heat (about 375 degrees F). Clean grill grates and brush with vegetable oil (using tongs and an oiled paper towel).
  • Cook pork chops on grill until center registers 145 degrees on an instant read thermometer.

How Long to Cook Pork Chops on Grill

For this recipe with 1/2-inch thick pork chops, grill them about 3 minutes per side over medium heat. If using thicker pork chops, it will take about 5 – 6 minutes per side.

Can I Use Thick Cut Pork Chops?

Yes, you can also use 1-inch thick pork chops for this grilled pork chop recipe. Keep in mind that grilling thick pork chops requires more time. You’ll have to grill longer as previously mentioned, and reduce heat as needed if they start to char more than desired.

What About Boneless Pork Chops?

Boneless chops will work as well, but preferably for more flavor use bone-in.

How Long to Marinate Pork Chops

The longest you’ll want to marinate the pork chops is 8 hours so the meat doesn’t start to break down and end up mushy. Keep in mind though the longer meat marinates the more sodium it will absorb so you may want to reduce salt slightly if you like less salty food.

Can I Cook Pork Chops on the Stove Top?

Don’t own a grill or it’s pouring rain outside? No worries, these grilled pork chops can also be cooked in a grill pan on the stove top over medium heat with a little vegetable oil or olive oil.

What to Serve with Pork Chops

Not sure what to serve alongside your grilled pork chops? Here are some of my favorite sides for pork chops:

  • Garlic Mashed Potatoes or Baked Potatoes
  • Mac and Cheese
  • Brussels sprouts (roasted, sautéed or steamed)
  • Corn on the cob, green beans or peas
  • Cornbread
  • Grilled peaches or pineapple with vanilla ice cream for dessert

Tips for Making Grilled Pork Chops

  • Bone-in pork chops have the most flavor, which is why I recommend using them instead of boneless.
  • If using regular table salt instead of kosher salt, scale back the amount of salt you add to this recipe.
  • If you don’t have apple juice on hand, white grape juice should work as well.

More Tasty Pork Recipes to Try!

  • Pork Chops with Apples and Onions
  • Island Pork Tenderloin
  • Pulled Pork
  • Orange Sage Pork Chops
  • Slow Cooker Pork Tacos

5 from 2 votes Review Recipe

Grilled Pork Chops

Easy and flavorful Grilled Pork Chops with the best marinade and dry rub! These come out tender and juicy and the seasoning will leave you craving more! It’s the perfect summer recipe.

Servings: 6 -7

Prep10 minutesCook6 minutesMarinating2 hoursReady in: 2 hours 16 minutes

Ingredients6 - 7 (1/2-inch inch thick) bone-in pork chops (about 8 oz each)Pork Chop Marinade1 cup apple juice1/4 cup apple cider vinegar1/4 cup honey1 Tbsp dijon mustard2 1/2 tsp kosher saltPork Chop Dry Rub1 tsp ground cumin3/4 tsp paprika3/4 tsp garlic powder3/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper1/2 tsp onion powder1/4 tsp ground cinnamon1/8 tsp cayenne pepper , or more to taste

InstructionsFor the marinadeTo a mixing bowl add apple juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, dijon and kosher salt, whisk well.Place pork chops in a gallon size resealable bag, pour apple juice mixture over pork chops. Seal bag while pressing out excess air, rub marinade over pork. Transfer to refrigerator and let marinate 2 - 4 hours (if possible turn bag halfway through marinating to move marinade around).Preheat a grill over medium heat (about 375 degrees). Clean grill grates and brush with vegetable or olive oil (using tongs and an oiled paper towel).For the dry rubIn a mixing bowl whisk together cumin, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, cinnamon and cayenne pepper. Remove pork chops from marinade and dab both sides dry with paper towels. Sprinkle spice mixture evenly over both sides of pork chops. To grill pork chopsCook on grill until center registers 145 degrees on an instant read thermometer, about 3 minutes per side. Let rest off heat 3 - 5 minutes before serving for juices to redistribute before slicing.

Notes If you don’t have a grill you can also cook these in a grill pan on the stove. Bone-in pork chops have the most flavor, which is why I recommend using them instead of boneless.  If you don’t have apple juice on hand, white grape juice should work as well.

Nutrition Facts Grilled Pork Chops

	Amount Per Serving

Calories 355 Calories from Fat 162

% Daily Value*

Fat 18g28%Saturated Fat 6g38%Cholesterol 137mg46%Sodium 505mg22%Potassium 693mg20%Carbohydrates 4g1%Fiber 1g4%Sugar 3g3%Protein 41g82% Vitamin A 170IU3%Calcium 41mg4%Iron 1.5mg8% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition values are estimates only. See full disclaimer here.

Course: Main CourseCuisine: AmericanKeyword: Grilled Pork Chops Author: Jaclyn

5 from 2 votes

Review Recipe

Nutrition Facts Grilled Pork Chops

	Amount Per Serving

Calories 355 Calories from Fat 162

% Daily Value*

Fat 18g28%Saturated Fat 6g38%Cholesterol 137mg46%Sodium 505mg22%Potassium 693mg20%Carbohydrates 4g1%Fiber 1g4%Sugar 3g3%Protein 41g82% Vitamin A 170IU3%Calcium 41mg4%Iron 1.5mg8% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition values are estimates only. See full disclaimer here.

Nutrition Facts

Grilled Pork Chops

	Amount Per Serving

Calories 355 Calories from Fat 162

% Daily Value*

Fat 18g28%

Saturated Fat 6g38%

Cholesterol 137mg46%

Sodium 505mg22%

Potassium 693mg20%

Carbohydrates 4g1%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 41g82%

Vitamin A 170IU3%

Calcium 41mg4%

Iron 1.5mg8%

  • Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Course: Main CourseCuisine: AmericanKeyword: Grilled Pork Chops

Author: Jaclyn