PORK

September 30, 2024

Juicy Grilled Pork Chops

Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Yields: 4 servings

Hey hungry humans! Let’s fire up the grill and sizzle up some juicy pork chops that will make your taste buds sing. We’re going to give these chops a little extra love with a delightful brine and a flavorful rub that’ll have you begging for more.

First, we’ll create a magical brine that will keep our pork chops moist and tender all the way through. In a large bowl, dump in a generous amount of salt and stir it into some cool water. Don’t be shy with the salt, it’s what helps draw out the natural juices from the chops and keeps them super flavorful.

Now, gently dunk the pork chops into the brine, making sure they’re completely submerged. Pop them in the fridge and let them soak up all that salty goodness for a couple of hours. Feel free to give them a little stir every now and then to make sure the flavor gets evenly distributed.

Time to give our chops some serious flavor! Remove them from the brine and pat them dry. In a small bowl, mix together a tantalizing blend of your favorite spices and herbs. We’re talking paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, and whatever else tickles your fancy. Generously sprinkle this savory rub all over the chops, massaging it into them with your loving hands.

Now, let the chops rest and soak up all that delicious rub for at least 30 minutes, but if you can spare a couple of hours, they’ll be even more flavorful. This is where the magic happens, people!

When the time is right, fire up your grill to medium heat. Once the grill is nice and toasty, carefully place the chops on the grates. Grill them for 8-10 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F. Don’t forget to flip them occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Once they’re perfectly grilled, let the chops rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. You’ll be rewarded with succulent, juicy pork chops that will melt in your mouth with every delectable bite. Serve them alongside your favorite sides, and prepare to devour a feast fit for hungry kings and queens!

Printable Recipe

Ingredients

  1. 1/2 cup salt
  2. 4 cups cool water
  3. 4 pork chops
  4. 1 tablespoon paprika
  5. 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  6. 1 teaspoon onion powder
  7. 1 teaspoon oregano
  8. 1 teaspoon thyme

Instructions

  1. 1. In a large bowl, combine a generous amount of salt with cool water to create a brine.
  2. 2. Dunk the pork chops into the brine, ensuring they are completely submerged, and refrigerate for a couple of hours.
  3. 3. Remove the pork chops from the brine and pat them dry.
  4. 4. In a small bowl, mix together your favorite spices and herbs, such as paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and thyme.
  5. 5. Generously sprinkle the spice rub all over the pork chops, massaging it in.
  6. 6. Let the chops rest for at least 30 minutes, or up to a couple of hours for more flavor.
  7. 7. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
  8. 8. Place the pork chops on the grill and cook for 8-10 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
  9. 9. Let the grilled chops rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

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