Honey Garlic Grilled Pork Chops Recipe

I occasionally buy giant packages of boneless pork loin chops from Sam’s Club. I like them because they’re hearty and healthy, they’re a nice change of pace from chicken, and they’re super versatile. Truly, you can prepare boneless pork chops in so many ways.

These honey garlic grilled pork chops are easy to make and deliver a nice flavor without requiring a bunch of ingredients you’ll never use again. Read on to find out how to turn up your grilled pork game with a simple ketchup-based glaze.

Why make honey garlic grilled pork chops

They’re easy. Mix a glaze out of four ingredients that you probably already have on hand. Brush the pork chops and grill. Easy peezy.

They’re healthy. Pork loin chops are a great source of lean protein plus a few essential vitamins and minerals. They also contain thiamine, vitamin B6, phosphorus, and zinc, plus smaller amounts of niacin, riboflavin, iron, and magnesium.

Here is a breakdown of the nutritional profile of one serving of these grilled chops:

• Calories: 307
• Protein: 31 grams
• Fat: 6 grams
• Carbohydrates: 12 grams
• Cholesterol: 85 milligrams
• Sodium: 882 milligrams

The glaze uses common pantry ingredients. You need four ingredients for the honey garlic glaze: ketchup, honey, soy sauce, and fresh garlic.

How to make honey garlic grilled pork chops

There’s not much to making this one! There are only three easy steps.

1. Mix up the glaze  

Peel and mince 2 garlic cloves. Place them in a small bowl, then add:

• ½ cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce

Stir to combine.

2. Prep your pork chops

Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Then brush the honey garlic glaze on both sides.

3. Grill

Once your grill is hot, place the pork chops on the grate. Baste them with more glaze as they cook.

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You’ll flip the pork chops only once — that helps you get the nice grill marks on the outside. Plan on flipping thinner chops after 5 minutes. If your pork chops are thicker, wait 6 or 7 minutes.

Keep basting. Remove the chops from the grill when your instant-read thermometer registers 140 to 145 degrees F or 60 to 63 degrees C. The safe temperature for consumption is 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), but the temperature will rise as the pork rests.

Rest the pork for 5 minutes, then serve and enjoy.

What to serve with honey garlic grilled pork chops

You can serve this pork with so many things. Here are some ideas.

• Grilled or roasted vegetables: Grilled asparagus, zucchini, peppers, and onions make great side dishes that are easy to prepare and go well with grilled pork. I roasted carrots and parsnips with my honey garlic grilled pork.
• Corn on the cob: Grilled corn on the cob is a classic summer side dish that pairs well with pork.
• Potato salad: You can make potato salad creamy or vinegar-based, depending on your taste.
• Coleslaw: A fresh and crunchy coleslaw is a perfect complement to grilled pork.
• Baked beans: Make them from scratch or use canned beans for a quick and easy side dish.
• Rice pilaf: A flavorful rice pilaf with herbs, vegetables, and nuts works nicely with grilled pork.
• Green salad: Try a fresh green salad with a variety of vegetables and a light vinaigrette dressing.
• Grilled fruit: Grilled fruit, such as peaches or pineapple, can add a sweet and tangy flavor to your meal.

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