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Barbecue pork chops

Prep 15 min Cook 20 min Difficulty 2/5

Barbecue pork chops with a zesty glaze. Grill or bake to juicy perfection, using simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 3 pcs 6 oz bone-in pork chops
  • 3 tbsp barbecue sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine barbecue sauce, olive oil, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
  2. Place pork chops in a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour half the sauce over them, turning to coat; reserve the rest for basting.
  3. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high (about 400°F) or preheat oven to 400°F if using an oven.
  5. Remove chops from marinade and let excess drip off.
  6. Grill chops 4–5 minutes per side, brushing with reserved sauce and watching for flare-ups; if using oven, sear in a hot oven-safe skillet 2 minutes per side then transfer to oven and bake 8–10 minutes, basting once.
  7. Cook until internal temperature reaches 145°F in the thickest part.
  8. Transfer pork chops to a plate and tent with foil; rest 5 minutes.
  9. Brush with any remaining sauce and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

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Juicy, flavorful barbecue pork chops with a balanced glaze. A reliable method for grill or oven, with simple ingredients.

How do I flavor pork chops for barbecue? The pork chops are marinated in a tangy, sweet barbecue glaze to enhance flavor while staying tender.
What’s the correct doneness for pork chops? Cook to an internal temperature of 145°F, then rest 5 minutes before serving.
Can I bake these pork chops? Yes, you can bake instead of grilling: sear 2 minutes per side in a hot oven-safe skillet, then bake 8–10 minutes at 400°F.