Fire up the grill for these incredibly juicy, flavor-packed pork chops. Featuring a savory spice rub that caramelizes beautifully over open flames, this recipe delivers that irresistible, slightly smoky BBQ flavor and perfect grill marks in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 Bone-in pork chops (must be thick-cut, at least 1-inch thick)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil (for coating)
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar (helps create beautiful grill marks)
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika (enhances the smoky grill flavor)
- 1 tsp Garlic powdet
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
- Preheat your outdoor grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C). Clean and lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
- Use paper towels to pat the pork chops completely dry. This helps the oil and spices adhere properly and promotes a better sear.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub both sides of the pork chops with olive oil, then generously apply the spice mixture, pressing it gently into the meat.
- Place the chops on the hot grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side. Avoid moving them around too much so they can develop those beautiful, dark grill marks.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. As soon as the thickest part reads 145°F (63°C), immediately remove the chops from the grill.
- Transfer the pork chops to a clean plate or cutting board, tent loosely with aluminum foil, and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in the juices.
Nutrition
Calories: 365kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 117mgSodium: 676mgPotassium: 605mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 258IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 1mg