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Close-up of perfectly cooked, juicy pork chops with a crispy, seasoned crust, sliced and arranged on a wooden board.

Juicy Pork Chops

This recipe delivers juicy and flavorful pork chops with a simple rub and a quick cooking time. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 35 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 4 chops
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brine
  • 1/4 cup kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups ice water
For the Pork Chops
  • 4 center-cut pork rib chops 1 inch thick and 8 ounces each
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
For the Rub
  • 3 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Large resealable plastic bag
  • Baking dish
  • small bowl
  • Grill
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan, combine salt, sugar, and 2 cups of water. Cook and stir over medium heat until the salt and sugar are dissolved. Remove from heat. Add 2 cups of ice water to cool the brine to room temperature.
  2. Place the pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag. Add the cooled brine. Seal the bag, pressing out as much air as possible, and turn to coat the chops. Place in a 13x9-inch baking dish. Refrigerate for 8-12 hours.
  3. Remove the chops from the brine, rinse, and pat dry. Discard the brine. Brush both sides of the chops with oil. In a small bowl, mix the rub ingredients. Rub the mixture over the pork chops. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  4. Grill the chops on an oiled rack, covered, over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side, or until a thermometer reads 145°F. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 130mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

This recipe uses a brine to ensure the pork chops are extra juicy. The rub adds a smoky and slightly spicy flavor.

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