Description
Juicy, flavorful grilled meat chops seasoned with simple spices and seared to perfection over high heat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 meat chops (pork, beef, or lamb)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Optional: fresh herbs (rosemary or thyme)
Instructions
- Pat the meat chops dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and lemon juice.
- Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chops.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Place the chops on the grill and cook for 4–6 minutes per side, depending on thickness.
- Check internal temperature: 145°F (63°C) for medium (varies by meat type).
- Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- Letting the meat rest helps keep it juicy.
- Thicker chops may need extra grilling time.
- Marinate the chops for 30 minutes for deeper flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chop
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg