This grilled pork chops recipe is served with a fresh herb chimichurri sauce that’s so flavorful! It’s a simple, healthy summer pork chops recipe that’s perfect for grilling. Chimichurri is similar to pesto, but with a thinner consistency that’s more like a sauce. It comes together in no time and is the perfect compliment for these pork chops.
I love enjoying grilled meats in the summer. They have so much flavor.
And they’re so convenient! The grill is a breeze to clean up and I’m not setting off the fire alarm every time I sear meat. All around win. Steak and chicken have been easy to prepare thus far but I’ve found pork chops to be a bit more challenging.
They dry out much more easily on the grill, especially when using boneless chops.
The trick with pork chops is to brine them. Even if it’s only for a short time, brining the chops makes a noticeable difference in the final product and also gives a bit more wiggle room against accidental overcooking.
I’ve paired these grilled pork chops with a fresh, spicy chimichurri sauce. What I love about this sauce is that it packs a ton of flavor without adding much additional fat. It’s definitely healthier than the pan sauces I often prepare when searing meat on the stove.
Grilled Pork Chops with Spicy Chimichurri Sauce
Ingredients
for the pork chops
- 4 boneless pork chops
- 4 cups water
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
- 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1/2 tablespoon ground black pepper
for the chimichurri sauce
- 1/2 cup packed fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup packed fresh oregano
- 4 medium garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup shallots, minced (about 2 medium)
- 2 teaspoons Sriracha hot sauce, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Brine the pork chops: In a large bowl, combine water, cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt and pepper. Stir until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Place the pork chops and brine in a large sealable bag and close. Place the bag in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight, turning the chops over once while they're brining.
- To prepare the chimichurri sauce, add the parsley, cilantro, oregano, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, shallots, Sriracha and salt to a food processor and pulse until well combined. Scrape the sides down a few times to make sure everything is combined. Let stand for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Preheat a grill to medium heat, approximately 350-375 degrees F. Remove the pork chops from the bag and discard the brine. Rinse the chops briefly and pat dry. Season with a bit of salt and pepper.
- Sear the chops on the grill for 3 minutes per side and then move to an indirect heat area of the grill. Cook until a digital thermometer reads 145 degrees F in the center of one of the chops, approximately 10-15 minutes. Remove from the grill and allow the meat to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve pork chops with the chimichurri sauce.
Notes
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Sophia @ NY Foodgasm says
Woah I will gladly comment!! This looks sooo good and I love that it is not just a plain pork chop you are packing some serious flavor punch and I love chimchurri sauce! Mmmmm!
Amy @ What Jew Wanna Eat says
I love grilled salmon!
Carla says
Don’t judge me, but favorite grilled food is (are?) hot dogs! I love them almost burnt :D
Julie @ Table for Two says
That chimichurri sauce is calling my name! so favorful!!
olivia says
BBQ chicken is def my fav!!! :)
Mary Beth Elderton says
I think burgers are our all time favorite. It can be regular ol’ can’t-go-wrong burgers or mushroom burgers or some wonderful black bean or beet experiments I’ve been doing lately—everyone seems to love them.
Tiffany Keller says
I love pork chops! And grilling for that matter. Lol
Barbara says
What an awesome give away! Love your blog :)
Barbara says
And…my favorite grilled food is a nice T-Bone steak!
Dawn says
My favorite grilled food is a good steak!
Windy P. says
Forgive me, but going to have to be boring here. Nothing beats a grilled hamburger with all the trimmings! :)
Jessica Z says
My favorite grilled food is cherry tomatoes with garlic and olive oil
Dawn DeVinney says
Corn on the cob, brats, burgers, chicken, potatoes, onions, mushrooms … I can’t pick one. :)
Heather @ Sugar Dish Me says
I love to grill pizza!! It’s my favorite!
Christina W says
My favorite grilled food is swordfish. I love how the skin and meat almost have a caramelized taste and texture. Check out Ina Garten’s Indonesian Grilled Swordfish, this recipe is soooo yummy!