Citrus-Herb Grilled Pork Chops
Citrus-Herb Grilled Pork Chops bring a bright lemon tang balanced by fragrant oregano and garlic, creating juicy, well-seasoned meat with a gentle char from the grill. The flavors are clean and lively, perfect for a relaxed weeknight dinner or a summer cookout. Serve with simple sides like grilled vegetables or a crisp salad to let the marinade’s freshness shine.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Citrus-Herb Grilled Pork Chops, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 55 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 44
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 11
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 29
- Performance
- 33
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine lemon juice, oil, garlic, salt, oregano, and black pepper in a large resealable plastic bag.
- 2
Add the chops to the bag, toss to coat, squeeze out the excess air, and seal the bag.
- 3
Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours to overnight, turning the bag often to coat the chops.
- 4
Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 5
Remove the chops from the marinade and shake off the excess.
- 6
Pour the remaining marinade into a saucepan and bring it to a boil.
- 7
Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, then set aside.
- 8
Grill the chops on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the centers, 5 to 7 minutes per side, basting often with the marinade.
- 9
An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers should register at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- Calories 159.47 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 6.07 g Moderate 12%
- Carbohydrate 14.99 g 5%
- Total Fat 6.75 g Moderate 9%
- Saturated Fat 1.45 g Moderate 7%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 19.84 mg Moderate 7%
- Sodium 31.59 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.15 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 0.18 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 80.91 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 0.2 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 18.28 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.96 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 13.23 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Citrus Herb Grilled Pork Chops is made with 7 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Boneless Loin Pork Chop, Dried Oregano, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 159.47 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Citrus-Herb Grilled Pork Chops made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Boneless Loin Pork Chop, Dried Oregano, Garlic, Lemon Juice. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Citrus-Herb Grilled Pork Chops?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 159.47 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Citrus-Herb Grilled Pork Chops easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 9 steps.
- Is Citrus-Herb Grilled Pork Chops healthy?
- Citrus-Herb Grilled Pork Chops has an easyChef Pro health score of 39/100. Per serving, it provides 159.47 calories and 6.07 g of protein, or 12% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 1.45 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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