Honey-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary
Juicy pork chops grilled and brushed with a honey and rosemary glaze that caramelizes beautifully over high heat. This american-inspired pork ready in about 22 minutes pairs honey, fresh rosemary, chopped, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 430 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 (1 inch thick, 6 oz each) bone-in pork chops
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Meanwhile, brush 4 bone-in pork chops (1 inch thick, 6 oz each) with 3 tbsp olive oil and season with 1 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp garlic powder evenly.
- Step 2: Place pork chops on the grill and cook for 4 minutes per side, flipping once, until grill marks form and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Step 3: While pork cooks, combine 1/4 cup honey and 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary in a small bowl.
- Step 4: During the last 2 minutes of grilling, brush the honey-rosemary glaze generously over both sides of the pork chops, allowing it to caramelize without burning.
- Step 5: Remove chops from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Honey-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary?
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 honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary?
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 Honey-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary 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 Honey-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops with Rosemary?
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.