Grilled Keto Pork Chops with Lemon Rosemary Marinade
Marinated and grilled keto pork chops are a simple and delicious entree that the whole family will enjoy. Pork is a low carb protein and easy to prepare with this 6 ingredient recipe.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 301kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb. pork chops
- 1 tablespoon rosemary dried or fresh
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Place pork chops in a glass container. Add the remaining ingredients and turn the pork chops over to coat.
- Let the pork chops marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes. 3 hours is best.
- Heat your grill to medium high heat.
- Grill porkchops for 6-10 minutes each side (depending on how thick they are) or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can use bone-in or boneless pork chops to make these keto pork chops.
- Marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes but 3 hours is best. If you don't have time, use a meat mallet and pound the pork chops to tenderize them. Then season as if you were going to marinate and place on the heated grill.
- Let your pork chops come to room temperature before hitting the hot grill.
- You're searing these pork chops, so make sure your grill is fully heated before adding pork chops.
- Cook them with the grill lid closed to maintain a high temperature.
- Don't skip the resting step. This keeps your pork from drying out.
- Use a meat thermometer to check when ready. You don't won't to overcook your pork chops as it will dry them out.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 301kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 328mg