Lemon-Rosemary Grilled Pork Chops with Garlic Butter

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Succulent pork chops grilled with fresh rosemary and finished with a rich garlic butter sauce, perfect for a hearty summer meal. This american-inspired super bowl ready in about 22 minutes pairs bone-in pork chops, olive oil, fresh rosemary, chopped 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: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 American cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 4 bone-in pork chops with 2 tbsp olive oil, then season evenly with 2 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Place the pork chops on the hot grill and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, flipping once, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the chops have nice grill marks.
  3. Step 3: While the pork cooks, melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Remove butter from heat and stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice.
  5. Step 5: Once grilled, remove the pork chops from the grill and spoon the warm garlic lemon butter over the top. Let rest for 3 minutes before serving to seal in juices.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Rosemary Grilled Pork Chops with Garlic Butter 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 Lemon-Rosemary Grilled Pork Chops with Garlic Butter?

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-Rosemary Grilled Pork Chops with Garlic Butter?

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-Rosemary Grilled Pork Chops with Garlic Butter 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-Rosemary Grilled Pork Chops with Garlic Butter?

American super bowl 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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