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Quick and Simple Pork Chop Marinade

05/15/19 | Main Dish, Recipes & Tips

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This easy pork chop marinade makes dinner prep so quick! Learn the quick hack and one-ingredient recipe for a delicious dinner.

Marinated and cooked pork chop on a plate.

One of my favorite ways to prepare pork chops is to marinate it and then pan fry it or grill it. This easy pork chop marinade is just that – so easy!! It’s literally one ingredient: Salad dressing!

I think the pork chops are best when marinated overnight. This lets the marinade really sink into the meat and flavor it fully. I think it also keeps the chops more moist when you marinate overnight.

Quick Pork Chop Marinade Ingredients

  • Italian salad dressing
  • Pork Chops
  • Olive oil

Pork Chop Marinade Recipe Variations:

You can make pork chop marinade from a variety of marinades. Here are some that also work great:

  • Herb Vinaigrette
  • Balsamic Vinaigrette
  • Lemon Vinaigrette
  • Raspberry Vinaigrette
  • Orange Vinaigrette
  • Red Wine Vinaigrette

How to make this Simple Marinade for Pork Chops

  • Place pork chops into a zipper top bag or flat glass container.
  • Pour easy pork chop marinade over the top.
  • Cover, if you are using a glass container.
  • Shut the bag and remove the excess air from it, if you are using a zipper top bag.
  • Marinate overnight.
  • Heat a skillet to medium-low heat.
  • Add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Once the oil is shimmering, add marinated pork chops to the pan.
  • Fry for 4-ish minutes per side (exact time is determined by chop thickness and pan temperature) or until the center reaches 150ºF.
  • Let rest 5 minutes before serving and cutting.

Try serving alongside Pork Chops with Marinade: 

  • Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
  • Easy Cucumber Salad
  • Macaroni Salad
  • Butter Beans with Herbs
  • Easy Caramelized Carrots
  • Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Easy Pork Chop Marinade Storage

You can store easy pork chop marinade in the refrigerator for as long as the dressing says it’s good. You can also store it in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Pork Chop Marinade FAQ

What kind of Pork Chops to use for grilling?

When choosing pork chops, choose chops that will fit your preference. I like bone-in pork chops that are about 1 inch thick when I am grilling. If I am pan-frying, I prefer boneless pork chops that are a little thinner.
Whatever pork chops you choose, make sure you are using a meat thermometer to check when they are done! This will make sure they aren’t too dry and are perfectly done.

How long should pork chop be marinated?

I like to let the pork chops marinate for at least 4 hours. The pork chops in this recipe can marinate for up to 24 hours.
You can also prepare pork chops in this marinade and then store them in the freezer. This is such a great way to prepare a freezer meal and makes dinner so easy.

What is the secret to making tender pork chops?

Marinating pork chops will help keep them tender.

How do I cook pork chops so they don’t dry out?

Using a meat thermometer is the best way to make sure that pork chops don’t dry out.

More Pork Chop Recipes!

  • Pork Chop Marinade for Grilling
  • Pan-Seared Pork Chops
  • Balsamic Pork Chops and Veggies
  • Bacon Apple Pork Chops
  • Mexican Pork Chop Marinade
  • Asian Pork Chop Marinade

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Easy Pork Chop Marinade

This easy pork chop marinade makes dinner prep so quick! Learn the quick hack and one-ingredient recipe for a delicious dinner. 
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Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword easy pork chop marinade, pork chop marinade
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Marinade Time 4 hours
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 416kcal
Author Alli
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Equipment

  • Thermoworks MK4 Thermapen
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups Italian salad dressing
  • 6 pork chops can vary depending on size
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
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Instructions

  • Place Italian salad dressing in a dish or zip top bag. 
  • Place the pork chops in the marinade. 
  • Marinate for at least 4 hours, up to 24 hours or freeze until ready to use. 
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil. 
  • Cook pork chops for about 4 minutes on each side, until cooked through or the center registers about 150ºF on an instant-read thermometer. 
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Notes

You can use store-bought salad dressing or this homemade version. 

Nutrition

Calories: 416kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 842mg | Potassium: 565mg | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.9mg
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  1. Anonymous says

    May 12, 2021 at 6:30 PM

    5 stars
    Superb pork chops marinated with zesty Italian dressing.

    Reply
    • Alli says

      May 12, 2021 at 8:06 PM

      Glad you liked it!

      Reply
  2. Alli says

    May 27, 2019 at 10:48 PM

    5 stars
    Love how easy this is!

    Reply

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