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A juicy grilled pork chop showing deep char marks and a translucent amber glaze with oregano and pepper flecks. (Grilled Pork Chop Marinade)

Grilled Pork Chop Marinade: The Secret to Juicy, Glossy Bone-In Chops

Achieve restaurant-quality results with this Grilled Pork Chop Marinade. Featuring a glossy honey-amber glaze, cracked black pepper, and dried oregano, these thick bone-in chops are seared to perfection for a juicy, flavorful dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Recipe Ingredients
  • 4 Bone-in Pork Chops 1.5 inches thick
  • 1/2 cup (170g) Raw Honey For the amber glaze
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) Apple Cider Vinegar Tenderizer
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Soy Sauce Umami base
  • 1 tbsp (6g) Cracked Black Pepper Visible flecks
  • 1 tbsp (3g) Dried Oregano
  • 3 cloves Garlic Mince finely
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Outdoor Grill Gas or Charcoal
  • 1 Digital Meat Thermometer Non-negotiable for accuracy
  • 1 Basting Brush For applying the glaze

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine honey, vinegar, oil, soy sauce, garlic, pepper, and oregano in a bowl. Reserve 1/3 for basting.
  2. Place chops in a bag with the remaining marinade. Refrigerate for 4-12 hours.
Grilling
  1. Grill chops at 450°F (232°C) for 4-5 minutes per side to create diagonal marks.
  2. During the final 5 minutes, baste generously with reserved marinade until a glossy amber coating forms.
  3. Remove at 140°F (60°C). Garnish with parsley and rest for 10 minutes.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking pork.
Bone-in cuts provide better flavor and moisture retention than boneless.