Grilled Maple Dijon Pork Chops
Juicy grilled pork chops marinated in a sweet and savory maple Dijon glaze. Tender, flavorful, and perfect for summer grilling or easy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 12 MINUTES
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 SERVINGS 1x
- Category: DINNER | PORK CHOPS
- Method: GRILL | CAST IRON SKILLET
- Cuisine: AMERICAN | BBQ
Ingredients
Brine (Optional but Recommended)
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2 cups water
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2 cups apple juice
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3–4 tablespoons kosher salt
Maple Dijon Marinade
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¼ cup grainy Dijon mustard
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¼ cup pure maple syrup
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 shallot, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
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1–2 tablespoons olive oil
Pork Chops
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4–6 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
Instructions
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Brine the pork chops (optional):
In a large bowl, dissolve salt in water and apple juice. Add pork chops, cover, and refrigerate for 2–8 hours. Remove, rinse, and pat dry. -
Make the marinade:
In a bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, maple syrup, brown sugar, garlic, shallot, salt, pepper, thyme, and olive oil. -
Marinate the pork:
Place pork chops in a shallow dish and coat evenly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 45–60 minutes. -
Preheat the grill:
Heat grill to medium-high and lightly oil the grates. -
Grill the pork chops:
Remove chops from marinade, letting excess drip off. Grill for 5–6 minutes per side, until caramelized and internal temperature reaches 145°F. -
Rest and serve:
Remove from grill, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
Notes
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Bone-in pork chops stay juicier on the grill.
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Letting the pork rest ensures tender, juicy results.
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Can be cooked in a grill pan or cast iron skillet if needed.