You’ll usually grill pork chops for about 8–14 minutes total over medium‑high heat, but the real key is cooking them to an internal temperature of 145°F and then letting them rest for a few minutes for juicy results.

Quick Scoop: How long do you grill pork chops?

Think of time as your guideline and temperature as your truth meter :

  • Aim for a grill temp around 375–450°F for searing and even cooking.
  • Cook pork chops to 145°F internal temperature , then rest 3–5 minutes before serving so the juices redistribute and the meat stays tender.

By thickness (direct or mostly direct heat)

  • ½‑inch chops: About 5–8 minutes total , flipping once, because they cook very fast and can dry out easily.
  • ¾‑inch chops: Around 9–11 minutes total on a hot grill.
  • 1‑inch chops (most common):
    • Many grillers see 8–12 minutes total at medium‑high heat, roughly 4–6 minutes per side.
  • 1½–2‑inch thick chops:
    • Use a two‑zone method : sear over high heat, then finish over indirect heat.
    • Expect roughly 18–20 minutes for about 1½‑inch chops and 25–30 minutes for 2‑inch chops in total cooking time.

Simple rule of thumb

  • Hot grill (around 400°F).
  • Grill each side of 1‑inch chops for about 4–6 minutes , flipping once.
  • Start checking with a thermometer near the bone or thickest point around the 8‑minute mark.
  • Pull them off at 145°F , rest a few minutes, then serve juicy, slightly pink in the center.
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