Grilled Boneless Pork Chops
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Posted: 04/24/19
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Grilled Boneless Pork Chops are an easy and healthy dinner recipe on your grill! They are seasoned and then grilled until they are juicy and tender. It will be the best pork chop you have ever had!
Grilled Boneless Pork Chops
Grilled succulent boneless pork chops aren’t just an urban myth! It is possible to get juicy flavorful grilled pork without the bone. Need proof? Well just look at these photos! ?
Ok, that’s not exactly proof, right? But let me tell you – this is one delicious meal! I served these chops with some easy sides – Seasoned Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges (I love these sweet potatoes!!) and Grilled Caesar Salad, it’s a favorite! And finished off everything with Blueberry Lemon Cobbler on the Grill.
It was really a perfect meal!
Now you need to make one just like it!
Grilled Pork Chops
People seem to really shy away from making pork chops because they think they are dry and tough.
I’m urging you guys to get over that thought!
The keep to making sure they are juicy and delicious is cooking them to the right temperature. Also, having your grill at a steady temperature is needed.
Don’t forget to let them rest for 5-10 minutes after pulling them off the grill.
How do you keep pork chops moist on the grill?
Pork is definitely a protein that you get what you pay for – good meat will result in better flavor when it comes to mealtime!
Treat pork like you treat steak:
- remove the pork from the packaging and pat dry, then season!
- sear the chops well on each side
- do not overcook – so important!
- allow the chops to rest 5-10 minutes before serving!
When is pork done?
The USDA recommends cooking pork steaks and chops to a minimum of 145 degrees. So is it safe to eat pork at 145? Yes! Remove it from the grill and allow it to rest at least 3 minutes covered with foil to keep it warm, serve and enjoy!!
Is it OK to cook pork medium rare?
Yes – medium rare for a pork chop is 145 degrees. Medium would be 160 degrees and slightly pink in the middle.
Do you have an Instant Read Thermometer yet? No? What are you waiting for?!! Here’s the instant-read thermometer I use and recommend! (Insert amazon link here)
Ingredients for Grilled Pork Chops
- pork chops
- kosher salt
- dark brown sugar
- smoked paprika
- sugar
- garlic powder
- black pepper
- dry mustard
- cumin
- ginger
- tin foil (to cover the pork when it’s resting)
How Long to Grill Boneless Pork Chops
You will want to grill the boneless pork chops for about 6-8 minutes per side or until they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
This is medium rare and will keep your pork chops nice and juicy. If you see a little pink in the middle that is absolutely fine!
How to Grill Boneless Pork Chops
- Preheat the grill
- While the grill is preheating, mix the rub ingredients together.
- Sprinkle the chops with the dry rub and massage into meat – don’t forget, both sides!
- Allow the pork chops to rest for 5 minutes.
- Place on grill and grill 6-8 minutes per side.
- Remove from grill when pork reaches and internal temp of 145 degrees.
- Cover with foil, let rest 5-10 minutes – serve and enjoy!
I know you’re thinking…. but Julie, is it really necessary to allow the grilled pork chops to rest before serving? Yes!! If you want tender, juicy chops allow them to rest covered in foil! Allowing the meat to rest will let the fibers of the meat relax.
This results in that juicy, tender pork chop you’re hungry for!
More of my favorite pork recipes!
- Ranch Grilled Pork Tenderloin
- Smoked Pork Chops
- Pulled Pork Taquitos with Chipotle Ranch Dressing
- Pork Belly Burnt Ends
I hope you make this recipe, add it to the top of your list for grilling! When you do, swing back and leave me a five-star rating, I’d love to hear what you think!!
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Grilled Boneless Pork Chops Recipe
Quick and easy grilled boneless pork chops with a homemade rub. So tender and delicious!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops about 3/4'' thick
Rub
- 2 Tbsp kosher salt
- 2 Tbsp dark brown sugar firmly packed
- 1 1/ 2 Tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground dry mustard
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- Preheat grill to 350 degrees.
- Mix rub ingredients together in small bowl.
- Sprinkle pork chops with rub and massage into meat on both sides.
- Let pork chops rest for 5 minutes.
- Place on grill and grill 6-8 minutes on each side.
- Remove from grill when pork reaches and internal temp of 145 degrees. Cover with foil, let rest 5-10 minutes before enjoying. This will let the fibers of the meat relax and give you that juicy, tender pork chop you want!
Nutrition Information
Calories: 304kcal (15%), Carbohydrates: 10g (3%), Protein: 36g (72%), Fat: 11g (17%), Saturated Fat: 4g (25%), Cholesterol: 113mg (38%), Sodium: 3572mg (155%), Potassium: 643mg (18%), Sugar: 8g (9%), Calcium: 17mg (2%), Iron: 1.1mg (6%)
Derick says
Excellent spice rub.
Brooke Kill says
Thank you Derick!
Craig says
I used a boneless pork loin and pounded it to flatten it a bit and it was fabulous, great rub and very simple to put together.
Brooke Kill says
That sounds so delicious! Thank you Craig!
ChrissieO says
Nice rub… I used 1/2,salt and it was still fine!
Brooke Kill says
Thank you Chrissie! I’m glad you were able to adjust the recipe to your liking and still enjoy it!
Trudy says
We really enjoyed all the information and the end result. I eliminated the salt . Thanks for the recipes… makes life easier.
Brooke Kill says
Awe, Thank you Trudy! I’m happy we can help make life easier, that’s the goal:)
Chyla says
My family was very satisfied and loved this . Thank you
Brooke Kill says
So glad to hear Chyla!!
Lee says
Way too much salt .
Eric says
Have never grilled pork chops before, buy thought I would give it a try. I adjusted the seasonings slightly according to personal taste and what I had on hand, and followed the preparation and cooking steps exactly except that I brushed lightly with barbecue sauce just before I turned the burner off and covered the chops with foil. Wow! I have tried to love pork chops for years and have always been disappointed with the results. Until now. This recipe produced the best pork chops I have ever eaten. Anywhere. Period. I cooked to well done and they were tender, juicy, and flavorful. Will definitely make these again soon.
Tami says
Juicy, not dried out . But would have been so much better with half the salt ! It overpowered the rest of the tasty ingredients .
Johnny says
This current recipe contains way too much salt. it would be better with about half thay amount.
Dawn says
Very delish! These came out PERFECT! Which normally does not happen with me and pork…loved the rub – yes a tad salty but with baby reds and corn on the cob it all went together wonderfully! I should add that I just used regular brown sugar and paprika, ‘cuz that is what I had. Eating the leftovers now and are even MORE tender than the first time! Thanks for sharing! Keep ’em coming.
Dawn says
Very delish! These came out PERFECT! Which normally does not happen with me and pork…loved the rub – yes a tad salty but with baby reds and corn on the cob it all went together wonderfully! Eating the leftovers now and are even MORE tender than the first time! Thanks for sharing! Keep ’em coming.
Erin says
I was so excited for new recipe night and this rub because I LOVE cumin and fry mustard but this was waaaaay to salty. Couldn’t taste all those yummy spices because it tasted so much like salt.
the Evinks says
I’m sorry you felt like that!
Robin says
My guys LOVED this rub. I used it on Ribeye Chops. Next time though, I will cut down the amount of salt as we felt that part was a bit too much for us. Thank you. Definitely a keeper!
Robin says
I don’t have instagram to send a pic of the chops made.
Sarah Hill says
So glad everyone enjoyed this! Thanks so much for commenting and rating!
Samantha King says
What if I bake in the oven? How long?
Brooke Kill says
If you bake at 350°F I would say about 30 minutes. Just keep an eye on them and check to make sure the internal temperature is at 145°F before eating.
Vivian Evans says
What vegetables and starches would you serve with this?
Sarah Hill says
Any variation of potatoes or rice is a good starch with this! Broccoli, brussel sprouts, onions or sweet potatoes are great vegetables as well! But you can’t go wrong with most sides with these yummy pork chops!
Eileen says
Delicious rub!
Sarah Hill says
Thanks so much!
Steve Camp says
juicy anf perfect.
Sarah Hill says
So glad you enjoyed! Thanks for commenting and rating this recipe!
Stacy says
Thanks for this awesome recipe!! I used bone in chops but otherwise followed recipe except like others less salt. A new favorite and will be grilling these a lot. Love the rub and going to try on chicken and other things as well.
Sarah Hill says
Yum! We’re so glad you love the rub!
Tabor Anna says
Fabulous!!!!
Sarah Hill says
We’re so glad you enjoyed them!
Ava says
I purchased some pork chops because they were on sale…I don’t typically buy them though as we find them to be a dryer meat. This recipe is amazing!! The pork chops are so tender and juicy!!! I too cut down the salt to 1 tbsp.
Courtney says
Use your meat thermometer! That is the best way to keep your meat from getting overcooked/chewy/tough! SO glad you were able to enjoy these pork chops!
Kevin says
It has a good flavor, but waaaay too salty. I’d cut the salt to 1 tbsp and it would be 5 stars
Courtney says
Glad you were able to still enjoy this recipe! We will keep the salt amount in mind. Thank you!