READY IN 55 mins

Smoky Grilled Pork Chops

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"These thick pork chops have a smoky flavor, are very moist and tender, and the rub is easy to make. A family favorite, always requested at BBQs. I like to serve these chops with loaded baked potatoes and a garden salad." — CookinLovin

Directions

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate.
In a bowl, mix together the seasoned salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and smoke flavoring until thoroughly combined. Rinse pork chops, and sprinkle the wet chops on both sides with the spice mixture. With your hands, massage the spice rub into the meat; allow to stand for 10 minutes.
Grill the chops over indirect heat until no longer pink inside, about 12 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Allow chops to stand for 10 more minutes before serving.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 25 mins
READY IN 55 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jul 13, 2011

I am not one for putting a lot of stuff on my meat, but because of the Worcestershire and the liquid smoke this intrigued me. This preparation rocks pork! It adds a great, smoky flavor and the other spices blend well to enhance the flavor of the pork without overpowering it. One suggestion: I mixed the Worcestershire and the liquid smoke, rubbed it on the pork and then mixed the dry ingredients and used them as a rub. In my opinion, to have mixed the wet and dry ingredients would have led to a pasty mess, which would have been difficult to spread evenly on the meat. This is definitely in my file of "do agains."

—Spunky Buddy

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Oct 05, 2011

The flavor of these is really good. We made into a marinade because the rub was a gritty gloppy texture after we added the liquid. Also, 12 min per side was way too long and the became too dry and tough. Will try again and adjust the cooking time

—Reed

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Aug 06, 2011

I followed this recipe exactly. I did not separate the liquid and dry ingredients like others suggested. I mixed it all and it was perfect to rub onto the pork chops. When rubbed onto the chops i was worried that this mixture wouldnt stay but much to my surprise it was absorbed and none of it fell off. THis was my first time using liquid smoke, it adds an awesome flavor and my entire family gobbled this up. I doubled the batch for my husband and myself and our 5 kids and everyone just loved it! Awesome recipe, I have printed this recipe and added it to my book and WILL be making this regularly for my family! THANK YOU!!

—LAURALEE6

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Aug 11, 2011

Very good tonight for dinner. Couldn't find the paprika, so substituted cumin. We are in a fire ban, so I baked these in a 350 oven for 55-60 min, turning once. Loved the flavor; thought it would be overwhelming but they weren't. Recipe made a pasted that was just enough for 4 chops, and it was easy and fun to make.

—ok_songbird

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Aug 17, 2011

Delicious, without a lot of time or effort! These chops definitely have a wonderful "smoky" flavor and the rub definitely compliments the Worcestershire and liquid smoke combination. I used the "wet" ingredients on the pork first, then rubbed the dry ingredients on which worked out very well. This is a great recipe especially when you don't have time to marinate but still want a great deal of flavor!

—Jillian

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Jul 06, 2011

These were easy and unbelievably flavorful. They also have no oil. I used a little less liquid smoke and added some soy sauce. I am Portuguese and the flavor reminded me of Portuguese chorizo.

—Brio

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Jun 16, 2011

Fantastic. Easy prep with ingredients we always have on hand. Very juicy chop.

—ncamanda98

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Jul 17, 2011

This is awesome. Made exactly as written.

—AbeLincoln

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Nutrition

Calories
254 kcal
13%

Carbohydrates
5.4 g
2%

Cholesterol
66 mg
22%

Fat
14.3 g
22%

Fiber
1.2 g
5%

Protein
25 g
50%

Sodium
773 mg
31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Smoky Grilled Pork Chops

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 254
Calories from Fat: 129

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.3g 22 %
Saturated Fat 4.6g 23 %
Cholesterol 66mg 22 %
Sodium 773mg 31 %
Potassium 448mg 13 %
Total Carbohydrates 5.4g 2 %
Dietary Fiber 1.2g 5 %
Protein 25g 50 %
** Sugars 1.5g
** Vitamin A 22 %
** Vitamin C 4 %
Calcium 7 %
Iron 16 %
** Thiamin 105 %
** Niacin 93 %
** Vitamin B6 50 %
Magnesium 12 %
** Folate 3 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.