🔥🧡😋Learn how to make juicy and tender Grilled Pork Chops on a gas grill thanks to a super simple homemade marinade that provides the perfect amount of savory flavor! When combined with the natural smoky flavor you get from the grill, these marinated grilled pork chops are a FAST and EASY family favorite! Indoor cooking instructions are also provided.
Pork chops on the grill remind me of my childhood because my dad loved grilled pork chops. And since outdoor grilling means that I don’t heat up my house, it’s fast, easy, and there’s less cleanup, I grill during the summer, or actually whenever possible.
But the number one reason for grilling is that, for me, the flavor is unbeatable!
These gas grilled pork chops marinate for one hour in a simple yet flavor-packed homemade marinade consisting of olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and a variety of spices, including thyme, smoked paprika, which lends the rich orange hue, onion powder, and garlic.
The marinated pork chops are juicy and tender, and have just enough savory flavor without overwhelming the natural pork flavor. Plus, there’s an inherent smokiness you’ll always get from grilling, which my family adores.
Ingredients for Grilled Pork Chops
When grilling pork chops on a gas grill, you’re going to make a basic marinade that sure packs big flavor.
You’ll need the following ingredients:
- Olive oil – I prefer the stronger flavor of olive oil for this recipe, but avocado oil will also work
- Worcestershire sauce – This enhances the natural smokiness
- Light brown sugar – Dark brown sugar will also work, but it will have a stronger molasses flavor
- Garlic – Use whole garlic cloves, not pre-minced varieties for the best taste
- Dijon mustard
- Fresh thyme (dried may be substituted)
- Soy sauce – Substitute coconut aminos if you need to keep this recipe gluten-free
- Spices – Smoked paprika (regular paprika may be substituted), onion powder, salt, and pepper
- Pork chops – For my grilled pork chops, I used bone-in pork chops. However, you can use boneless pork chops if that’s what you have. Pork top loin chops with a bone (sometimes called pork strip tops) or pork loin fillets (boneless) look very similar to pork chops and can also be used. I always use fresh rather than frozen pork chops — although they are fine, too, as long as they’re fully thawed before marinating them
- Fresh parsley, optional for garnishing
Note: Scroll down to the recipe card section of the post for the ingredients with amounts included and for more complete directions.
How to Grill Pork Chops on a Gas Grill
Making homemade marinades is so easy, far more cost-effective than buying them, and you can doctor them up with what you have on hand and enjoy.
I’ve provided instructions on grilling pork chops on a gas grill below, but have also given charcoal grill instructions in the recipe card below.
- Combine all the pork chop marinade ingredients in a large zip-top bag.
- I like to pat the pork dry with paper towels. Then, add the pork chops to the bag, seal, and squish everything around to combine and coat evenly. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Preheat an outdoor gas grill to medium heat, and when it’s hot, add the pork chops directly to the grill grate.
- Cook for about 6 to 8 minutes per side and then let the chops rest off the grill. You’ll know the pork chops are done when they reach an internal temperature of 145ºF. (A digital thermometer is handy!) I like to take my pork chops off the grill when they reach 140ºF; the carryover heat from the grill will finish cooking them as they rest on your counter. Don’t skip the rest time! This allows the natural juices to redistribute, keeping the chops tender and juicy.
- Optionally garnish with parsley and serve!
Don’t Own a Gas Grill? No Problem!
However, if gas grilling pork chops isn’t an option for you, there are some alternative cooking methods you can try:
- A charcoal grill is also fine if that’s what you have, noting that the flavor will be, well, more charcoaly and smoky.
- You can also use an indoor cast iron grill pan.
- You can even bake the pork chops in a 350 degrees F oven for about 25 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
Grilling FAQs
Once you place the chops on the grill, don’t move them around, mess with them, peek at what’s going on. Wait at least 5 minutes with the lid closed before checking on them. You want a nice sear and that won’t happen if you’re impatient and moving the meat around!
No one likes dry pork chops and how to prevent them from drying out is to use a medium-hot grill rather than a grill on medium-high heat or high heat. It’s tempting to turn that dial all the way up but don’t. A more medium flame allows the pork to fully cook through before it burns on the outside which is what can happen if you use a screaming hot grill.
No, and instead you can use most any marinade you want for your grilled pork chops. I like thinner marinades rather than the really viscous and thick ones for pork chops.
When it comes to marinating pork chops, I like to let them soak in the marinade for at least 1 hour before grilling them. However, if you’re short on time, even 15 minutes is better than no marinating at all!
Storage and Reheating Instructions
In the refrigerator: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
In the freezer: Store airtight for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge when ready to eat.
To reheat: Reheat gently in the microwave for 30-second intervals.
Side Dishes for Grilled Pork Chops
We [made] the grilled … Pork Chops and they were outstanding. We took your advice and grilled them lower [than] really high. They came out moist and tender. Thank you so much. There are other recipes we are going to keep trying. Wonderful recipes.
Tracey Carlile
Grilled Pork Chops
Equipment
- 1 Large Zip Top Bag
- 1 Gas Grill
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce, I use lite or reduced sodium
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, packed
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Fresh thyme, 1 teaspoon dried thyme may be substituted
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, regular paprika may be substituted
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless
- Fresh parsley, for garnishing optional
Instructions
- To a large ziptop bag, add all the ingredients, seal the bag, and squish everything around to evenly coat the pork chops. This can be done in a bowl but I find a bag to be much more convenient.
- Place in the fridge to marinate for 1 hour. Note – A marinating time of 15 minutes or any portion of an hour is fine if you're short on time but the chops will be less flavorful and less juicy the less time they marinate.
- Preheat an outdoor gas grill* (See Notes for other cooking options) to medium and after it's hot, add the pork chops (discard the bag with the marinade), and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes on the first side with the lid closed. Tips – Don't move the chops around after you set them down because you want them to sear. Be patient and don't even check on them for 5 minutes.
- Flip over and cook for another 6 to 8 minutes with the lid closed, or until done which is 145F. Use a digital thermometer if you're unsure. Tips – It's fine to pull the chops off the grill at 140F because the internal temp will continue to rise even off the grill. Make sure to rest the chops for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing into them for the juiciest pork chops.
- Optionally garnish with parsley and serve. Extra pork chops will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Yes. We make the grilled the Pork Chops and they were outstanding. We took your advice and grilled them lower then really high. They came out moist and tender. Thank you so much. There are other recipes we are going to keep trying. Wonderful recipes.
Yes. We make the grilled the Pork Chops and they were outstanding. We took your advice and grilled them lower then really high. They came out moist and tender. Thank you so much. There are other recipes we are going to keep trying. Wonderful recipes.
Thanks for the 5 star review and I am glad these were outstanding for you!
Please share what cut of Pork Chops are best to buy. Most that I’ve been buying are like shoe leather and so disappointing. I’m all ears …
thanks!
I actually wrote a sections about this: “What Type of Pork Chops are Best for Grilled Pork Chops?” that may be helpful for you.
Pork chops inherently can be tough at times. But the marinating process helps a lot in my experience.