9 Best Pork Chop Marinades

Nine bags of pork chops in different labeled marinades.

Get the 9 best Pork Chop Marinades for grilling, oven baking, air frying, and pan cooking to get the most flavorful, juicy, and tender pork chops. The easy and quick marinades make dinner easy and absolutely delicious!

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Marinating Time2

Total Time2 25

Servings: servings

Calories: 254kcal

Author: Laura Miner

Equipment

Freezer Safe Bags

Ingredients

1 lb. pork chops any kind

Garlic & Herb Marinade

3 Tablespoons olive oil
2 Tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Double BBQ Marinade

1.5 Tablespoons olive oil
3 Tablespoons bbq sauce
2 teaspoons bbq seasoning
1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Honey Mustard Marinade

1 Tablespoon olive oil
2 Tablespoons honey
1.5 Tablespoons dijon mustard
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steakhouse Marinade

2 Tablespoons olive oil
2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 Tablespoon dijon mustard
1 Tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon Montreal Steak Seasoning

Zesty Ranch Marinade

2 Tablespoons olive oil
1.5 Tablespoon ranch seasoning
2 Tablespoons lemon juice

Honey Soy Marinade

2 Tablespoon honey
1.5 Tablespoons soy sauce or substitute coconut aminos
1.5 Tablespoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons rice vinegar or substitute apple cider vinegar
2 cloves garlic minced

Hawaiian Marinade

1 Tablespoon olive oil
2 Tablespoons pineapple juice
2 Tablespoons teriyaki sauce
2 cloves garlic minced
1 green onion diced

Italian Balsamic Marinade

2 Tablespoons olive oil
3 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1.5 Tablespoons Italian seasoning
2 cloves garlic minced

Mexican Inspired Marinade

2 Tablespoons olive oil
3 Tablespoons lime juice
1.5 Tablespoons taco seasoning
1 Tablespoon cilantro minced

Instructions

Prepare the Marinade

Add all the marinade ingredients in to small dish and mix together.

Marinate the Pork Chops

Place the pork chops in a shallow glass or plastic container or bag. Pour the marinade onto the pork, turning it so that all sides of the meat are completely coated.
Cover and refrigerate the pork as it marinates for 2-18 hours.
Alternately, you can seal the bag or container and freeze the salmon in the marinade for 4-6 months, per USDA.

Cook the Pork Chops

Grill Instructions: Preheat your grill to 375°F (190°C). Oil the grill grates well. Allow the excess marinade to drip off of the pieces of pork. Set the chops on the grill, and cook for 7-9 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Oven Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Set the pork chops and marinade in a baking dish. Place in the oven and cook for 20-22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Air Fryer Instructions: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (204°C). Allow the excess marinade to drip off of the pieces of pork. Spray or brush the air fryer basket with a little oil, then carefully place the pork chops in the basket, leaving space between each piece. Cook for 12-14 minutes, stopping halfway to flip the pork chops, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Skillet Instructions: Heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and brown for about 3-4 minutes on each side. Lower the heat and allow the pork chops to continue cooking for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.

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Notes

Salt and pepper should be added to taste to any of the marinades. Ingredients like seasoning blends, soy sauce, etc., will already contain salt and can vary in saltiness.
Never marinate meat in a reactive metal container. Instead, use plastic, glass, or ceramic.
For best quality, aim to marinate meat in the refrigerator for 2-18 hours.
Don't reuse marinade.
Cook pork chops until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C), then rest for 3 minutes, per USDA.
Cooking time will vary based on the thickness of the chops.

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