How To: Make grilled pork chops

Marinate your pork chops before grilling to really make them tender and flavorful. Your family won't be disappointed when they sit down to a dinner of hot chops just off the grill, so fire up the grill and get started.

These marinated pork chops are delicious with a hint of citrus.

You Will Need

* 6 pork chops
* Coarse salt
* Fresh pepper
* ¼ c. plus 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
* 3 cloves garlic, with skin, crushed
* Zest of 1 lemon
* Zest of 1 orange
* Juice of 1 orange
* 5 sprigs rosemary
* Olive oil
* A baking dish with lid
* A platter

Step 1: Season

Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and pepper. Then place them in the baking dish.

Step 2: Mix

Mix together the olive oil, orange zest, lemon zest, orange juice, and rosemary in a small bowl.

Step 3: Coat chops

Pour the mixture over the chops, turning them to coat. Then add the garlic and cover tightly.

Step 4: Marinate

Let the chops marinate overnight in the refrigerator. Then remove them from the marinade and let them sit on a platter for 30 minutes.

Pork chops should be at room temperature before grilling.

Step 5: Prepare grill

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Oil the grate to create a nonstick surface.

Step 6: Grill

Grill the chops until they're cooked to medium, about 4 minutes. Then transfer them to a platter and let them sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Step 7: Enjoy

Drizzle the chops with olive oil and serve with your favorite sides.

Some pig breeds have been genetically modified to make their meat as healthy as seafood.