Pork Chops with Dill Pickle Marinade

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 boneless pork chops (1 pound)
• 1 cup dill pickle juice
• 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine pork chops, dill pickle juice, chopped pickles, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Cover bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
4. Place pork chops on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
5. Remove pork chops from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 280 per serving
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 10 grams
• Protein: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and juicy pork chops with a tangy pickle flavor
• Marinating in pickle juice adds moisture and flavor
• Easy to prepare and perfect for a weeknight dinner

User Comments:

• "These pork chops were so delicious and tender!"
• "The pickle marinade was the perfect complement to the pork."
• "I will definitely be making this again!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To ensure food safety, use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature of the pork chops before serving.
• If you don't have dill pickle juice, you can substitute with apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar.
• To save time, you can marinate the pork chops for as little as 30 minutes.