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Quick & Easy Pork Chop Marinades

Quick pork chop marinade that keeps 1-inch chops juicy on the grill. Whisk an easy olive oil–soy–lemon garlic mixture, marinate 30 minutes to 4 hours, then grill to 145°F for tender results.
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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: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork chops
  • 4 pork chops 1-inch thick
Classic marinade
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried herbs
  • 0.25 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 grill

Method
 

Make and marinate
  1. Choose your marinade and whisk olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried herbs until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper, then whisk again to combine.
  2. Add the pork chops to the marinade and turn to coat. Marinate for 30 minutes to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
Grill and serve
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Wait until the grates are hot enough to sear the chops when they land.
  2. Grill the pork chops for 5-6 minutes per side, leaving the lid mostly closed. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 145°F, with clear grill marks visible.
  3. Transfer pork chops to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Slice and serve while juices settle and the surface stays slightly caramelized.

Notes

Pro tip: aim for an even 1-inch thickness so both sides finish at the same time, then trust the 145°F internal temperature for juiciness. Refrigerate marinated pork chops up to 4 days; for best texture, grill within 1 day. Freezing is not recommended for marinated chops, but you can freeze the dry marinade ingredients and whisk fresh later. Dietary swap: use low-sodium soy sauce and add a squeeze more lemon juice to keep the flavor bright while reducing sodium.