Elegant Bbq Sauced Pork Chops
Elevate your grilling game with these Elegant BBQ Sauced Pork Chops—a surefire crowd-pleaser that's both simple to make and bursting with flavor. Featuring thick, juicy bone-in pork chops generously seasoned with a smoky-sweet rub of paprika, brown sugar, and garlic powder, this recipe balances spice and sweetness perfectly. The homemade BBQ sauce, made with ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, and a hint of smoked paprika, is simmered to rich perfection and brushed on just in time to caramelize on the grill. With a quick prep time of only 15 minutes and ready to serve in under 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts. Serve these mouthwatering pork chops alongside grilled vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete, elegant BBQ experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 1-inch thick) bone-in pork chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
Preheat your grill (or grill pan) over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking.
Drizzle the pork chops with olive oil on both sides, rubbing it in to evenly coat the meat.
In a small bowl, mix kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and brown sugar. Generously season both sides of the pork chops with the spice blend.
In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Continue to stir frequently for 5-7 minutes, allowing the BBQ sauce to thicken slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Place the pork chops on the preheated grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until grill marks appear. Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches at least 145°F (63°C).
Brush the BBQ sauce generously over the pork chops during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking on each side, allowing it to caramelize slightly without burning.
Once cooked, remove the pork chops from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes to retain their juices.
Serve the elegant BBQ sauced pork chops on a platter alongside your favorite sides, such as grilled vegetables or mashed potatoes, and garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2530 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.7 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.5 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 2272 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.3 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 87.6 g | ||
| Protein | 193.8 g | 388% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2886 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
