Grilling Pork Chops
Learn how to grilling pork chops perfectly with our detailed guide, including timing, temperature, and expert tips.
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15min
Cook Time
🌡️
Medium-High
Grill Temperature
400-450°F / 200-230°C
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0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Portion Weight
Per adult serving
✅
145-160°F / 65-70°C
Internal Temperature
Safe to Well Done
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1Preheat grill to medium-high heat
- 2Season pork chops with salt and pepper
- 3Oil grill grates to prevent sticking
- 4Grill chops 6-7 minutes per side
- 5Check internal temperature reaches 145-160°F / 65-70°C (safe to well done)
- 6Rest 5 minutes before serving
Expert Tips for Grilling
- 💡Oil grates while hot
- 💡Don't press down on chops
- 💡Let rest to retain juices
Pork Chops Temperature Guide
| Doneness | Temperature | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Safe | 145°F / 65°C | Slightly pink center is acceptable |
| Well Done | 160°F / 70°C | No pink remaining, fully cooked through |
Pork Chops Safety Guidelines
Important food safety practices when handling and cooking pork chops.
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Cook to proper internal temperature
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Use food thermometer
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Remember
When in doubt, use a food thermometer. It's the only reliable way to ensure your pork chops is safely cooked and delicious.
Other Ways to Cook Pork Chops
🐷Pork Chops
🍳
Pan-Frying⏱️
Cook Time
15min
🔥
Pan Temperature
Medium-High
300-350°F / 150-175°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
150-160°F / 65-70°C
Safe to Well Done
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🐷Pork Chops
☁️
Smoking⏱️
Cook Time
1h
🔥
Smoker Temperature
225°F / 105°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
150-160°F / 65-70°C
Safe to Well Done
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🐷Pork Chops
⏱️
Slow Cooking⏱️
Cook Time
4h
🔥
Slow Cooker Temperature
Low
🌡️
Internal Temperature
150-160°F / 65-70°C
Safe to Well Done
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🐷Pork Chops
🌡️
Sous-vide⏱️
Cook Time
2h
🔥
Cooking Temperature
140°F / 60°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
150-160°F / 65-70°C
Safe to Well Done
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