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## 🕒 Instructions
1. **In a bowl**, whisk together all the marinade ingredients until well combined.
2. **Place pork chops** in a zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
3. **Remove pork chops from marinade**, letting the excess drip off. Discard used marinade.
4. **Cook as desired**:
* **Grill** over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side.
* **Pan-sear** in a skillet with a bit of oil until golden and cooked through.
* **Bake** at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, depending on thickness.
5. **Let rest for 5 minutes**, then serve with your favorite sides.
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## 🥗 Serving Suggestions
* Classic mashed potatoes or garlic rice
* Steamed green beans or roasted vegetables
* A fresh garden salad or creamy coleslaw
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## 💡 Mom’s Tips for Success
* **Don’t skip the marinating time**—that’s where the magic happens.
* This marinade also works great with **chicken or pork tenderloin**.
* For extra juiciness, try **brining** the chops for 30 minutes in saltwater before marinating (especially if they’re boneless).
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## ❤️ Final Thoughts
This recipe is more than just a meal—it’s a bite of home, filled with flavor and love. **Mom’s marinated pork chops** are the kind of dish that turns an ordinary dinner into something worth remembering. And once you try them, they just might become a new favorite in your kitchen too.
Go ahead—give it a try. You’ll see why we never get tired of them.
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