Smoked Applewood Pork Chops with Beer Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-31 · Updated 2026-03-31

Tender pork chops smoked to perfection, glazed with a tangy beer reduction, and served with a side of roasted root vegetables. This American Southern-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 160 minutes, pairs pork chops, applewood smoke pellets, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 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 bone-in, 8 oz each pork chops
• 1 tbsp applewood smoke pellets
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1 cup beer
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 2 medium, diced parsnips
• 2 medium, diced potatoes
• 1 tbsp, fresh thyme

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat a smoker to 225°F (107°C). Rub pork chops with applewood smoke pellets, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Step 2: Smoke the chops for 1.5-2 hours until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Let rest for 10 minutes.
3. Step 3: In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced carrots, parsnips, and potatoes. Sauté for 5 minutes, then add thyme and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
4. Step 4: In a saucepan, combine beer and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until syrupy. Brush glaze over pork chops before serving with roasted vegetables.