Pork chops are a versatile cut of meat that can be cooked in many ways, but they can also be tough if not prepared properly. Marinating pork chops is a great way to tenderize them and add flavor. Whether you prefer a simple marinade or a more complex one, there are many options to choose from. Marinade can be made with a variety of ingredients, such as oil, vinegar, herbs, spices, and citrus juice. You can also find pre-made marinades in the grocery store. The key to a good marinade is to let it soak into the pork chops for at least 30 minutes, but longer is better. The longer the pork chops marinate, the more tender and flavorful they will be. Once the pork chops are marinated, they can be cooked by grilling, baking, frying, or roasting.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
MARINATED PORK CHOPS
I make these tasty loin chops all the time and my family never tires of them. I whip up this pork chop marinade and let them soak overnight to get them tender. -Jean Neitzel, Beloit, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first 10 ingredients; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight., Drain pork, discarding marinade. Grill, covered, over medium heat, for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving. Freeze option: Freeze uncooked pork in bag with marinade. To use, completely thaw in refrigerator. Grill as directed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 calories, Fat 32g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 569mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 37g protein.
BEST PORK CHOP MARINADE
This is the best pork chop marinade I've ever tasted. I starting throwing things together in a bowl and I'm so glad I wrote it down...try this! Flavor is best when pork is grilled.
Provided by BethAnne923
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Marinade Recipes
Time 6h10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cut each pork chop from one side through the middle horizontally to within 1/2 inch of the other side. Open the two sides and spread them out like an open book.
- Whisk olive oil, brown sugar, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, thyme, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, mesquite seasoning, parsley, salt, and pepper together in a bowl and pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add pork chops, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator, 6 to 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 755.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 159.8 mg, Fat 41.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 62.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 1450.7 mg, Sugar 20.9 g
TENDER BAKED PORK CHOPS
Pork chops are marinated in a garlic-herb marinade, baked slowly in the oven, and topped with a light mushroom gravy. These pork chops are so tender, you won't even need a knife.
Provided by rtjmom
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Boneless
Time 2h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Whisk together 1/3 cup olive oil, vinegar, garlic, thyme, parsley, and pepper flakes in a bowl. Place pork chops in a glass or ceramic baking dish and pour marinade over top. Marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour, turning chops after 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Pour 1/4 cup chicken broth in the bottom of a shallow roasting pan.
- Remove pork chops from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard any remaining marinade.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown pork chops for 3 minutes on each side. Transfer to the prepared roasting pan and top with onion slices. Cover the pan tightly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- While pork chops are baking, prepare sauce. Combine 1 cup chicken broth, milk, white wine, and cremini and white mushrooms in a saucepan over medium heat; cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Add flour and bring to a boil, stirring often until thickened. Lower heat and simmer sauce until pork chops are ready.
- Remove pork chops from the oven; drain and discard chicken broth. Pour mushroom sauce over pork chops, cover, and return to the oven. Bake until no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 40.5 mg, Fat 28.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 403.8 mg, Sugar 3 g
SIMPLE MARINATED GRILLED PORK CHOPS
This pork chop marinade is so simple that I use it on all kinds of meat. For a more robust flavor, let the meat marinate in the refrigerator overnight. -Lori Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a bowl or shallow dish, combine the brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic and pepper. Add pork chops and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Drain pork chops, discarding marinade. Grill chops on greased grill rack, covered, over medium heat or broil 4-5 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 145°; medium, 160°). Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 695mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 37g protein.
PERFECT PORK CHOP MARINADE
Make and share this Perfect Pork Chop Marinade recipe from Food.com.
Provided by These hands can cook
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients and place aside.
- Place pork chops into shallow pan and pour marinade over chops.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Grill or bake pork chops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 798.3, Fat 83.1, SaturatedFat 10.7, Sodium 3187, Carbohydrate 11, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.7, Protein 6.9
PORK CHOP MARINADE
A marinade that uses some food cupboard staples and could be used for other meats aswell.
Provided by emily665
Time 35m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- In a shallow dish, combine soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, lemon juice, pepper and oil. Add pork chops, and turn to coat evenly. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 190 C / Gas mark 5.
- Place marinated pork chops in a roasting tin, and bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, basting meat often with marinade. If using other meat or pork steaks use the cooking instructions on the packet.
Tips:
- Use acidic ingredients like vinegar, lemon juice, or yogurt to tenderize the pork chops. These ingredients help break down the proteins in the meat, making them more tender.
- Add herbs and spices to the marinade to infuse flavor into the pork chops. Some popular choices include garlic, rosemary, thyme, and paprika.
- Let the pork chops marinate for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. Over-marinating can make the pork chops tough.
- Before cooking, remove the pork chops from the marinade and pat them dry. This will help them brown better.
- Cook the pork chops over medium heat until they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Overcooking can make the pork chops dry and tough.
Conclusion:
Marinating pork chops is a great way to tenderize and flavor them. By following these tips, you can create delicious and juicy pork chops that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, try marinating some pork chops. You won't be disappointed!
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