Lemon-Garlic Grilled Pork Chops with Herb Chimichurri

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Juicy grilled pork chops marinated in lemon and garlic, served with a vibrant herbaceous chimichurri sauce for bright, fresh flavor. This latin american-inspired grilling ready in about 47 minutes pairs bone-in pork chops, lemon juice, olive oil 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: 35 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 4 bone-in pork chops and marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Step 2: Meanwhile, prepare chimichurri by mixing 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Set aside.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Remove pork chops from marinade and grill for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 145°F and juices run clear.
  4. Step 4: Transfer pork chops to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Spoon herb chimichurri over the pork chops before serving for a bright, zesty finish.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Garlic Grilled Pork Chops with Herb Chimichurri take to make?

Total time is about 47 minutes (35 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 Lemon-Garlic Grilled Pork Chops with Herb Chimichurri?

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 bone-in pork chops from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Garlic Grilled Pork Chops with Herb Chimichurri?

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 Lemon-Garlic Grilled Pork Chops with Herb Chimichurri 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 Lemon-Garlic Grilled Pork Chops with Herb Chimichurri?

Latin American grilling 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.

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