Best Pork Chop Marinade

Recipe View Gather all ingredients and prepare your workspace. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Butterfly the pork chops: Place each chop on a flat surface and carefully slice horizontally through the middle, almost all the way through. Open them like a book. (10 minutes)

Recipe View In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, brown sugar, lemon juice, mustard, thyme, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, white wine vinegar, mesquite seasoning, parsley, salt, and pepper until well combined. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Place the butterflied pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chops, ensuring they are thoroughly coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, for maximum flavor penetration. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat (about 375-450°F or 190-232°C) and lightly oil the grill grate to prevent sticking. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Remove the pork chops from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Discard the used marinade. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Grill the pork chops for approximately 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are nicely browned and cooked through. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chop should register 145°F (63°C). (16 minutes)

Recipe View Remove the grilled pork chops from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful chop. (5 minutes)