Brazilian-Style Grilled Pork Chops with Lime and Cilantro

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Succulent pork chops grilled with a zesty lime and cilantro glaze, a classic Brazilian street food favorite. This Brazilian-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, olive oil, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick) in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them, ensuring each chop is coated. Cover and marinate in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove pork chops from marinade, letting excess drip off, and place on hot grill.
  4. Step 4: Grill pork chops for 5-6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and juices run clear.
  5. Step 5: Transfer to plate, sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side.

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