Extracted Citrus and Herb Infused Grilled Pork Chops

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Juicy pork chops marinated in a bright blend of citrus and herbs, grilled to perfection with charred edges and a juicy center. This Mediterranean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, orange juice, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 100 ml freshly squeezed orange juice, 50 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 bone-in pork chops in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, turning to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3 hours for deeper flavor.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 200°C/400°F). Remove pork chops from marinade and let excess drip off.
  4. Step 4: Grill pork chops for 5-6 minutes per side, turning once, until internal temperature reaches 63°C (145°F) and edges have a nice char.
  5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute. Serve with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.

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