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Barbecue Rubbed Pork Chops and Cheddar Grits

An easy weeknight meal, these Barbecue Rubbed Pork Chops with Cheddar Grits combine grilled pork chops that are spiced with a simple barbecue blend with cheesy, creamy grits.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Pork Chops
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
  • 4 boneless pork chops about 1/2 inch thick
  • cooking spray
Cheddar Grits
  • 2 cups fat-free milk
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 3/4 cup quick cooking grits
  • 1 cup reduced-fat shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Instructions

For the pork chops:
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  1. Combine the brown sugar, salt, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, dry mustard, allspice and red pepper. Rub over both sides of the pork.
  2. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Spray with cooking spray. Cook the pork for 2 minutes on each side. Reduce the heat to medium and continue to cook the pork until done, turning occasionally. Remove from pan and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
For the cheddar grits:
  1. Combine the milk and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Slowly whisk in the grits. Cover and reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until thick. Remove from the heat and add in the cheese, butter, salt and pepper. Stir until the cheese melts.

Notes

  • slightly adapted from Cooking Light April 2007