Grilled Citrus-Garlic Pork Chops with Rosemary and Honey Glaze
Juicy pork chops marinated in a bright citrus-garlic mixture, grilled to perfection and finished with a fragrant rosemary and honey glaze. This american-inspired pork ready in about 55 minutes pairs tablespoons olive oil, fresh orange juice, tablespoons fresh lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 1 inch thick, 6 oz each) bone-in pork chops
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 1/2 teaspoons, divided salt
- 1 teaspoon, divided black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a shallow dish, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add 4 bone-in pork chops and turn to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Step 2: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove pork chops from marinade, letting excess drip off. Reserve marinade for basting.
- Step 3: Grill pork chops for 5-6 minutes per side, brushing occasionally with reserved marinade, until internal temperature reaches 145°F and chops are nicely charred.
- Step 4: While chops grill, combine 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary and 2 tablespoons honey in a small bowl.
- Step 5: Remove pork chops from grill and brush generously with the rosemary-honey glaze. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Citrus-Garlic Pork Chops with Rosemary and Honey Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (40 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Grilled Citrus-Garlic Pork Chops with Rosemary and Honey Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep tablespoons olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Citrus-Garlic Pork Chops with Rosemary and Honey Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Grilled Citrus-Garlic Pork Chops with Rosemary and Honey Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Grilled Citrus-Garlic Pork Chops with Rosemary and Honey Glaze?
American pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
