Smoky Spice-Rubbed Grilled Pork Chops

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-08 · Updated 2026-08-08

Tender pork chops rubbed with a smoky blend of paprika, garlic and brown sugar, grilled to juicy perfection with a crisp crust. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, smoked paprika, ground cumin 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 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix together 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to create the regional spice rub.
2. Step 2: Pat dry 4 bone-in pork chops and rub 2 tbsp olive oil evenly over both sides. Generously coat each pork chop with the spice rub, pressing it into the meat.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Place pork chops on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the crust is nicely charred.
4. Step 4: Remove pork chops from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute for maximum tenderness.