Description
Honey Mustard Grilled Pork Chops are juicy, tender, and packed with sweet and tangy flavor from a delicious homemade honey mustard marinade. Perfect for summer BBQs, easy weeknight dinners, family cookouts, and backyard grilling, these pork chops develop a beautifully caramelized glaze while staying incredibly moist and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pork Chops
- 4 boneless or bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
For the Honey Mustard Marinade
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Make the marinade: Whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Marinate the pork chops: Place pork chops in a dish or zip-top bag. Pour in the marinade, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to 8 hours).
- Preheat the grill: Heat grill to medium-high (about 400°F / 200°C) and lightly oil the grates.
- Remove excess marinade: Take pork chops out of the marinade, let excess drip off, and discard the used marinade.
- Grill the pork chops: Cook for 5–6 minutes per side, avoiding frequent flipping for better grill marks.
- Check doneness: Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Rest the meat: Transfer pork chops to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges if desired.
- Serve: Serve hot with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- Marinate for flavor: Let pork chops marinate at least 30 minutes for the best taste and tenderness.
- Use a thermometer: Cook until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for juicy results.
- Let it rest: Resting for 5 minutes after grilling keeps the pork chops moist and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 servings
- Calories: 410 calories
