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Grilled Italian Pork Chops

Grilled Italian Pork Chops: Juicy, Flavor-Packed Summer Delight

Experience juicy Grilled Italian Pork Chops marinated with herbs, a perfect summer dinner option that bursts with flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 4 chops
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil Fresh basil can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley Fresh parsley can enhance freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Chops
  • 4 pieces Pork Chops Bone-in preferred
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Can substitute with sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2 pieces Shallots Can substitute with red onions

Equipment

  • Grill
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, dried parsley, crushed red pepper flakes if desired, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Rub the prepared marinade generously over each pork chop and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat around 450°F (230°C) and oil the grates.
  4. Grill the marinated pork chops for about 4-5 minutes without flipping.
  5. Flip the chops and top each with cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, and shallots, then grill for an additional 4-6 minutes.
  6. Remove the pork chops from the grill and let them rest for about 5 minutes.
  7. Serve with an optional sprinkle of fresh rosemary and your choice of sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chopCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Let pork chops marinate ideally overnight for best flavor. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness at 145°F (63°C).

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