Grilled Marinated Pork Chops

Grilled Marinated Pork Chops recipe videos

Grilled Marinated Pork Chops are a savory, juicy dish featuring thick-cut pork chops marinated in a blend of herbs, spices, and acidic components like citrus or vinegar, then cooked over direct heat. The marinade, often containing ingredients like garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, and rosemary, tenderizes the meat and infuses it with deep flavor. This preparation is a popular barbecue staple across many cultures, particularly in American and European home cooking.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-protein, moderate-to-high fat meal, with the fat content depending on the cut of pork and the oil used in the marinade. It provides essential nutrients like B vitamins (especially B12 and niacin), zinc, and selenium, with a rough calorie ballpark of 350-450 per serving (one 4-6 oz chop).

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	34 g
Carbs	3 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	480 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Zinc	3.5 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	9 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Vitamin B12	0.8 mcg
Selenium	45 mcg

Per 1 chop (170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the act of marinating and grilling pork chops is a communal cooking tradition in many backyard barbecues, symbolizing casual, hearty home cooking. Nutritionally, the marinade's acidic components (like vinegar or citrus juice) can help break down proteins, potentially making the meat more tender and easier to digest.