Grilled Cajun-Spiced Pork Chops with Maple Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-14 · Updated 2026-05-14

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Juicy pork chops rubbed with Cajun spices and finished with a sticky maple glaze, grilled to perfection for a smoky, sweet-savory flavor. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, olive oil, paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4, about 1-inch thick bone-in pork chops
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp paprika
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
3 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 2 tsp paprika, 1 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Rub this Cajun spice blend evenly over 4 bone-in pork chops.
Step 2: Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the pork chops and rub to coat all sides. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
Step 3: Place the pork chops on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until an internal temperature of 145°F is reached and the chops have nice grill marks.
Step 4: While the chops grill, combine 3 tbsp pure maple syrup and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar in a small bowl.
Step 5: During the last 2 minutes of grilling, brush the maple glaze over both sides of the pork chops, allowing it to caramelize slightly on the heat.
Step 6: Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.