Oak-Smoked Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Pork Chops

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-23 · Updated 2026-05-23

Juicy pork chops grilled and finished with a rich oak-smoked bourbon glaze for a smoky-sweet flavor. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, bourbon whiskey, brown sugar 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.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces, about 1-inch thick bone-in pork chops
• 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar. Simmer over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and becomes syrupy; set aside to cool.
2. Step 2: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Pat dry 4 bone-in pork chops, then brush each with 2 tbsp olive oil, and season with 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly on both sides.
3. Step 3: Place the pork chops on the grill grates and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, flipping once, until internal temperature reaches 145°F and the edges develop a slight char.
4. Step 4: During the last 2 minutes of grilling, brush each pork chop generously with the bourbon glaze, allowing it to caramelize and form a shiny coating.
5. Step 5: Remove the pork chops from the grill, let rest for 5 minutes to retain juices, then serve drizzled with any remaining glaze.