Grilled Citrus-Spiced Pork Chops

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-27 · Updated 2026-07-27

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Juicy pork chops marinated in a bright and zesty citrus-spice blend, grilled over medium-high heat to develop a caramelized crust and tender interior. This Latin American-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 400 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 Latin American cuisine 400 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces (about 6 oz each) bone-in pork chops
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
Step 2: Place 4 bone-in pork chops (about 6 oz each) in a large resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3-4 hours.
Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove pork chops from the marinade and shake off excess.
Step 4: Grill the pork chops for 4-5 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F and have a nice charred crust.
Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving.