Caribbean Jerk-Spiced Grilled Pork Chops

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-09 · Updated 2026-05-09

Juicy pork chops marinated in a spicy Caribbean jerk seasoning and grilled to smoky perfection. This caribbean-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs ground allspice, dried thyme, ground cinnamon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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.

Ingredients

• 4 chops (about 1 inch thick) bone-in pork chops
• 2 tsp ground allspice
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 small, finely chopped scotch bonnet pepper
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 tsp ground allspice, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 1 small finely chopped scotch bonnet pepper, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the jerk marinade.
2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 bone-in pork chops and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill the pork chops for 5-6 minutes per side, turning once, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the exterior has a smoky char.
4. Step 4: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.