Updated on January 3rd, 2024
I occasionally buy giant packages of boneless pork loin chops from Sam’s Club. I like them because they’re hearty and healthy, they’re a nice change of pace from chicken, and they’re super versatile. Truly, you can prepare boneless pork chops in so many ways.
These honey garlic grilled pork loin chops are easy to make and deliver a nice flavor without requiring a bunch of ingredients you’ll never use again. Read on to find out how to turn up your grilled pork game with a simple ketchup-based glaze.
Why make honey garlic grilled pork loin chops
They’re easy. Mix a glaze out of four ingredients that you probably already have on hand. Brush the pork loin chops and grill. Easy peezy.
They’re healthy. Pork loin chops are a great source of lean protein plus a few essential vitamins and minerals. They also contain thiamine, vitamin B6, phosphorus, and zinc, plus smaller amounts of niacin, riboflavin, iron, and magnesium.
Here is a breakdown of the nutritional profile of one serving of these grilled chops:
- Calories: 307
- Protein: 31 grams
- Fat: 6 grams
- Carbohydrates: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 85 milligrams
- Sodium: 882 milligrams
The glaze uses common pantry ingredients. You need four ingredients for the honey garlic glaze: ketchup, honey, soy sauce, and fresh garlic.
How to make honey garlic grilled pork chops
There’s not much to making this one! There are only three easy steps.
1. Mix up the glaze
Peel and mince 2 garlic cloves. Place them in a small bowl, then add:
- Ā½ cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Stir to combine.
2. Prep your pork chops
Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Then brush the honey garlic glaze on both sides.
3. Grill
Once your grill is hot, place the pork chops on the grate. Baste them with more glaze as they cook.
You’ll flip the pork chops only once — that helps you get the nice grill marks on the outside. Plan on flipping thinner chops after 5 minutes. If your pork chops are thicker, wait 6 or 7 minutes.
Keep basting. Remove the chops from the grill when your instant-read thermometer registers 140 to 145 degrees F or 60 to 63 degrees C. The safe temperature for consumption is 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), but the temperature will rise as the pork rests.
Rest the pork for 5 minutes, then serve and enjoy.
What to serve with honey garlic grilled pork chops
You can serve this pork with so many things. Here are some ideas.
- Grilled or roasted vegetables: Grilled asparagus, zucchini, peppers, and onions make great side dishes that are easy to prepare and go well with grilled pork. I roasted carrots and parsnips with my honey garlic grilled pork.
- Corn on the cob: Grilled corn on the cob is a classic summer side dish that pairs well with pork.
- Potato salad: You can make potato salad creamy or vinegar-based, depending on your taste.
- Coleslaw: A fresh and crunchy coleslaw is a perfect complement to grilled pork.
- Baked beans: Make them from scratch or use canned beans for a quick and easy side dish.
- Rice pilaf: A flavorful rice pilaf with herbs, vegetables, and nuts works nicely with grilled pork.
- Green salad: Try a fresh green salad with a variety of vegetables and a light vinaigrette dressing.
- Grilled fruit: Grilled fruit, such as peaches or pineapple, can add a sweet and tangy flavor to your meal.
Honey Garlic Grilled Pork Chops
This is an easy and flavorful main course. Pair it with roasted veggies and/or rice.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 lb boneless pork chops (4 4 oz portions)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, stir together ketchup, honey, soy sauce, and garlic. Set aside.
- Lightly season the pork chops on both sides with salt and pepper. Brush each chop with the sauce to coat.
- Heat your grill to medium-high heat. Place pork chops onto the grill, and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, basting often. They're done when the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F or 62 degrees C.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 307Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 882mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: 0gSugar: 9gProtein: 31g
Nutrition information isnāt always accurate.
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Honey garlic pork chops FAQs
Do I have to use pork loin chops for this recipe?
You don’t have to use pork loin chops. For this recipe, you can use any lean cut of pork or even chicken if that’s what you have on hand.
Do I marinate the pork ahead of time in the honey garlic sauce?
No, simply brush the honey garlic sauce on before and during grilling.
Can I use bottled garlic instead of fresh garlic?
Yes, you can use bottled garlic if you don’t have fresh garlic on hand. Note that fresh garlic will provide a stronger and fresher flavor.
Can I make this recipe if I don’t have a grill?
Yes! You can use your broiler instead. This usually takes 10 to 12 minutes and you’ll want to flip them halfway through.
How long should I grill the pork?
The cooking time will depend on the thickness of the pork and the heat of the grill. Generally, pork chops take around 5 to 7 minutes per side. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Can I use honey substitutes like maple syrup or agave nectar?
Yes, you can use other sweeteners like maple syrup or agave nectar in place of honey.
This is definitely going to be my favorite grill too, from now on.
I found the photo on pinterest. I could smell the chops through my screen, so had to find where they came from! Looking forward to recipes (and more luscious pics)
Oh, man, these photos made my mouth water. Thanks for the recipe!
Sounds and looks delicious. Will have to try this week. Thanks for the recipe!
Great sauce. I added some fresh lime juice and a little ginger. The family loved it!
what sides do you recommend serving this recipe with?thanks
Jasmine- any kind of cold salad would be good or sometimes I do flavored rice or french fries.
This recipe is good…i will use it!!!
I make this same dish using mustard…can’t wait to try it with ketchup!!
Can you replace the soy sauce with something else? What about cooking this in the oven or on a George Foreman grill? I would love to make this tonight but do not have soy sauce and cant use the grill (storming out).
Thanks. Looks so yummy.
christy- I am not sure what you would replace the soy sauce with. I would say this could be cooked in the oven and on a George Foreman grill.
OMG! My family and friends love it……..so easy to prepare.
I have make these with porkchops and today I made them with chicken tenders in the crockpot. YUM. Were delish. Love the sauce.
Can you pan sear them instead of grilling?
Steph – I have never tried pan searing them instead of grilling so I cannot say how they would turn out. If you do try it, please let everyone know the results. THANKS.
I used this recipe but let the pork chops marinade for about an hour and then cooked in a pan, dumping the remaining sauce in the pan also. I cooked the pork chops on medium heat for 6 minutes on each side. It was delicious!!
Really loved this recipe! I marinaded it and used it with pork loin. I gave the recipe to my sister and she said her family enjoyed it also. My nephew liked it so much he took it to school for lunch the next day.
I’d rather grill than cook and the recipe has made me add chops to the next grocery run.
yeah I made this as a marinade today but added a little cumin, some ground mustard, hot paprika, and a splash of 18 year old aged balsamic vinegar. whisked it all up, gave it a taste. was right on point, cant wait to see how they taste after the charcoal does its magic.
by the time i will cook them, they will have marinated 2.5 hours. looking forward to it.
also, for the sides, I am doing creamed peas, mashed potatoes, and some applesauce š should be good
Made this today. I let it marinate over night and pan cooked themwith the rest of the sauce. So delicious and tasty. Send more recipies my way. *sorry my spelling is off.*
Can this be done in a crockpot?
These pork chops are very good done on an indoor countertop grill too.
If you are wanting to cut salt you could sub whiskey for the soy or just use a low sodium soy. If you sub with whisky I would add a TBSP of molasses for depth of flavor.
Tried these tonight and they were delicious. My husband really liked them too, so this recipe is definitely a keeper in our house.
I made this the other night they are really good I poured over ribs after I cooked ribs on low for 2 hours and cranked up to broil and added sauce .I also used spicy ketchup that’s all I had but we like spicy.
I would like to know if cooked in the oven what would be the temperature and how long? If cooked in the crock pot how hi and how long?
can i pan fry or bake in oven? is there a good replacement for soy sauce,to much sodium? if i can fry how long? if a can bake what temp and how long?
Can this be done in a crock pot?
If I cook in oven what temp. and how long. What side dish will compliment chops
Brenda – I am just guessing but I would say 350 degrees for 30 minutes or so depending on the thickness. The internal temperature should reach 145 degrees. I like to serve these pork chops with a cold pasta salad.
I cooked this recipe tonight…forgot the garlic & even without, the result was delicious š
Made this recipe tonight and instead of grilling the chops I put everything in a crockpot. Tasted amazing! Thanks for the recipe!
I made this recipe before in the oven and it turned out really good. I did 375 for 30 minutes and they were perfect. Tonight we’re making it on the grill and I can’t wait to taste them. As side dishes I’m making a flavored rice, corn, and garlic teriyaki broccoli. Always a hit in my house!
That’s a lot of ketchup. The chops don’t taste like ketchup?
You should not notice a strong ketchup flavor. The ingredients produce a flavor combination that is somewhat similar to a basic homemade BBQ sauce.
I did these on my stove top in a large skillet. They came out deliciously sticky and tender! I did not marinate them either. I simply sprayed a bit of non stick spray in my skillet, poured a little of the sauce in it and then laid the pork chops on top. Then i poured a bit more of the sauce on top and cooked them over medium heat. When they were nearly done, i increased heat to medium-high and added more sauce when needed. The chops began to caramelize and darken. They came out beautiful and were super delicious!
And they were not ketchup-y at all…more like an asian bbq sauce. It’s very similar to a sauce i prepare for my baked sesame chicken!
Brenda, I am not a ketchup fan and I followed this recipe. It is not a good home made BBQ sauce. It definitively tastes ketchupy. I recommend adding some mustard and onion to balance the taste.
Going to try in crock pot.
I tried these tonight and they were delicious! Not “ketchupy” at all!!
I made these tonight and my family enjoyed them. I will say that there was way more sauce than we needed for 6 boneiess chops, so next time I will divide it in half and warm one half for the kids to use as a dipping sauce. Thanks for sharing a great recipe.
You can replace the soy sauce with coconut aminos š
I tried this and cooked it in my electric skillet. It was an absolute dream!! And my husband loved it. Thanks for the recipe. 5*
Great dish! Made it with rice pilaf and corn….i would use a little less ketchup and a little more honey, but otherwise very task and enjoyed by all! Thanks for sharing!
Made these last night and when I tell you I ate it ALL … I mean I ate it A-L-L! Delicious! Can’t wait to make them again and will also try this recipe on some wings as well. Literally finger licking good! Thanks for sharing š
These were amazing! Even our picky 7 year old loved them! Will definitely be making these again! Thank you for such a fantastic and simple recipe!
How thick do you recommend the pork chop?
The pork chops I used in this recipe were about 1 inch thick.
Thank you for a really good recipe. I made this recipe last night for my husband and myself. I found your website late in the afternoon and had all the ingredients on hand. It was easy, fast and delicious.
made before, and it is quite delicious! Wondering if it would be any good with chicken??