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Tender Grilled Rosemary Pork Chops

Savory Tender Grilled Rosemary Pork Chops for Easy Dinners

These Tender Grilled Rosemary Pork Chops are marinated for a flavorful and juicy experience, perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 2 chops
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce Kikkoman preferred for optimal seasoning.
  • 0.25 cup water Helps to dilute the soy sauce for a balanced marinade.
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar Use packed firmly for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary Finely chop for better infusion.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced for optimal distribution.
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Pork Chops
  • 2 chops bone-in pork chops Aim for approximately 1-inch thick.

Equipment

  • grill
  • medium-sized bowl
  • resealable bag
  • Meat thermometer
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, and brown sugar until fully blended and the sugar dissolves.
  2. Add minced garlic, chopped fresh rosemary, and ground black pepper.
  3. Reserve half of the marinade for basting later, and pour the remaining marinade into a resealable bag.
  4. Add bone-in pork chops, ensuring they’re well-coated, then seal and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight.
  5. Preheat grill to medium heat, aiming for a temperature of 375-400°F.
  6. Remove pork chops from marinade, let excess marinade drip off, and discard used marinade.
  7. Place the chops on the grill, cooking for 4-5 minutes on one side.
  8. In the final 2-3 minutes, brush reserved marinade over the chops every minute.
  9. Check the internal temperature aiming for 145°F; let pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chopCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 5gCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate pork chops for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight, for the best flavor enhancement.

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