Barbecue Pork Chops
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
334 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Barbecue Pork Chops
Description
Barbecue Pork Chops feature boneless pork chops rubbed with a blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to infuse them with smoky, savory notes. They are pan-seared in olive oil until golden brown for a nicely caramelized exterior. The homemade barbecue sauce, made by mixing ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and additional spices, simmers with the pork chops, thickening to create a glossy, flavorful coating. Cooking them in the sauce ensures the pork stays moist and absorbs the tangy, slightly sweet flavors.
The pork chops are rested in the sauce after cooking, allowing flavors to meld and the meat to settle for juiciness. This dish can be served hot with extra sauce spooned over the chops, pairing well with classic sides like coleslaw, baked beans, or corn on the cob. Adjust the sauce’s spiciness by adding hot sauce if desired.
For consistent cooking results, 6-ounce pork chops are suggested, with thicker cuts needing longer cooking times. The barbecue sauce can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to a week, and leftovers of the cooked pork chops stored in an airtight container for up to five days.
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops boneless
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
Homemade Barbecue Sauce:
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over both sides of the pork chops.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the homemade barbecue sauce until well combined. Set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned pork chops and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour the homemade barbecue sauce over the pork chops. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F) and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and let the pork chops rest in the sauce for 3-5 minutes.
- Serve the pork chops hot, with extra sauce spooned over the top.
Notes
- Use pork chops about 6 ounces each for optimal cooking; thicker chops may require longer cooking times.
- The barbecue sauce can be made in advance and refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Add hot sauce to the barbecue sauce mixture to increase the spiciness, if preferred.
- Store leftover cooked pork chops in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within five days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 334 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 334kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 90mg | 30% |
| Sodium | 699mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 664mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 534IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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