Grilled Pork Chop Caprese
This Grilled Pork Chop Caprese delivers 35g protein and 348 calories per serving — an efficient protein-to-calorie ratio for lean gains. Quick-preps 6 servings on the stovetop, letting you cover most of the week in one batch session. Ideal for lifters managing strict calorie targets while maintaining high protein intake.
Ingredients
- •1½ Teaspoons Kosher Salt, Plus More To Taste
- •¾ Teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper, Plus More To Taste
- •¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- •Brown sugar(15g)
- •Basil, Fresh(5g)
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Pork Chops, Bone-In(1021g)
- •Cheese, Mozzarella, Fresh
Part-skim mozzarella. Pre-shredded bags are convenient for meal prep.
- •Tomato
- •Balsamic Glaze, Store-Bought(30g)
- •Basil, Fresh
Instructions
- 1Preheat the grill (or a grill pan) on medium-high heat.
- 2In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, garlic powder, brown sugar, and basil until fully combined.
- 3Drizzle the olive oil over the pork chops and sprinkle with the seasoning blend on both sides.
- 4Place the pork on the grill or grill pan and cook for 4-5 minutes. Flip the chops and top with the mozzarella slices, then cover the grill (or pan) and cook 3 to 4 minutes more, or until the cheese begins to melt and the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F on an instant-read thermometer. Transfer the pork to a plate to rest.
- 5Top each chop with the tomato, then season with the salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle with the balsamic glaze and garnish with the basil to serve.
Nutrition — Per Serving
348
calories
35g
protein
20g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 3g
- Saturated fat
- 5.8g
- Sodium
- 96 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.0g
6 servings per batch · ~184g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Grilled Pork Chop Caprese have per serving?
Each serving provides 35g of protein with just 348 calories, delivering an efficient protein-to-calorie ratio. The macro breakdown is 20g fat and 3g carbs, making this a ketogenic-friendly option.
How long does Grilled Pork Chop Caprese take to prep?
This is a quick prep recipe that batch-preps 6 servings at once on the stovetop, averaging less than 3 minutes of active work per meal when spread across a week. It's one of the most efficient batch-prep options for high-protein dinners.
Is Grilled Pork Chop Caprese good for fat loss?
At 348 calories and 35g protein per serving, this recipe is well-suited for fat loss where you need sustained satiety without excess calories. The minimal carb content (3g) and moderate fat make this stackable into multiple meals per day.
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