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Quick & Easy Pork Chop Marinades (Classic Soy-Lemon)

Pork chop marinade that makes juicy grilled pork chops with a classic soy-olive oil blend. Whisk, marinate, grill to 145°F, then rest briefly for tender, flavorful weeknight meal 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: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Classic Marinade
  • 4 pork chops (1-inch thick) Choose pork chops about 1-inch thick so they cook evenly.
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried herbs
  • 1 salt Use to taste; amounts vary by preference.
  • 1 pepper Use to taste; amounts vary by preference.

Equipment

  • 1 grill

Method
 

Mix the classic marinade
  1. Whisk the olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried herbs together until smooth and evenly combined.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste, whisking again so the seasoning is fully incorporated.
Marinate
  1. Place the pork chops in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them so they’re well coated.
  2. Marinate 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, with clear visual grill marks building on the surface.
  3. Transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, so the juices redistribute.

Notes

For juiciest grilled pork chops, keep the thickness near 1 inch and avoid over-marinating past 4 hours since the lemon juice can start to change texture. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed container for up to 3 days; freeze cooked chops for up to 2 months. For a lower-sodium option, use low-sodium soy sauce and reduce added salt to taste.