Supercharge Summer Grilling with Tender Pork Chops

(Feature Impact) If you're planning on firing up the grill for an upcoming summer gathering, you might be trying to brainstorm options beyond the traditional burgers and dogs. Luckily, there are recipes that let you keep things interesting without becoming too complicated.

These Super Moist Boneless Pork Chops might just make you the favorite grill master in the neighborhood. Salt, sugar and aromatic ingredients like juniper berries and bay leaves give the meat a rich, complex flavor, and the combination of brining and grilling helps you achieve a tender but juicy finished product.

Since the recipe features Coleman Boneless Pork Chops, which deliver exceptional flavor from pork raised with no antibiotics ever and no added hormones, it's easy to elevate your cookout with high-quality protein that you can feel good about serving to family and friends. Make it an extra memorable occasion with family-favorite sides like grilled asparagus, a light summer salad, diced potatoes and dinner rolls then round out your flavor-infused evening with an all-American tradition such as apple pie.

If your grilling plans get rain-checked, you can easily sear the pork chops in a skillet or bake them in the oven to take the party indoors.

Find more summer recipe ideas by visiting ColemanNatural.com.

Super Moist Boneless Pork Chops

Prep time: 7 hours

Cook time: 40 minutes

Servings: 4

• 1 quart water
  
  
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
  
  
• 1/2 cup kosher salt
  
  
• 1 bay leaf
  
  
• 12 juniper berries
  
  
• 6 cups ice
  
  
• 4 Coleman Boneless or Bone-In Pork Chops (1 1/2 inches thick)
  
  
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  
  
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
  
  
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish

1. In large pot, heat water, brown sugar, kosher salt, bay leaf and juniper berries over high heat until sugar and salt are dissolved.
2. Remove from stove and add ice. Liquid should be cool to touch.
3. Add pork chops to liquid, cover and refrigerate 4-6 hours, or overnight.
4. Approximately 10-15 minutes before grilling, heat grill to medium heat, remove chops from brine and pat dry with paper towels. Season with freshly ground black pepper and sea salt.
5. Grill until desired doneness, or until internal temperature reaches at least 145 F for medium finish. Garnish with scallions. Serve with side dishes of choice.

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This story was originally published July 12, 2026 at 10:00 PM.