Perfect Pork Chop Marinade
Infuse your pork chops with bold, mouthwatering flavor using this perfect pork chop marinade recipe! Crafted from a savory blend of olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and apple cider vinegar, this marinade is elevated with the sweetness of brown sugar, the tang of Dijon mustard, and the aromatic depth of garlic, paprika, and thyme. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this versatile marinade penetrates deeply into bone-in or boneless pork chops, ensuring every bite is tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. Whether you grill, pan-sear, or bake your chops, this marinade delivers restaurant-quality results in the comfort of your own kitchen. Perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard BBQs, this simple yet flavorful recipe will make your pork chops unforgettable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to create a rich, aromatic marinade.
Place the pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the pork chops, ensuring they are completely coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Refrigerate the pork chops and allow them to marinate for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours for maximum flavor.
Before cooking, remove the pork chops from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes. This helps them cook evenly.
Remove the pork chops from the marinade, letting any excess marinade drip off. Discard the used marinade.
Cook the pork chops using your preferred method—grill, pan-sear, or bake—until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Let them rest for 3-5 minutes before serving for juicier results.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1533 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.6 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.6 g | 133% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 3520 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 117.5 g | 235% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1883 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
