Grilled Pork Chops with Spiced Pears
These Grilled Pork Chops with Spiced Pears are an easy, yet elegant dinner. Perfect combination of tender pork with a sweet, savory topping.
Servings: 8
Calories: 260kcal
Equipment
- Outdoor Barbecue Grill
Ingredients
For the Pork Rub:
- 1 1/2 pounds pork chops (about 8-10 thin sliced pork chops)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
For the Pear Chutney:
- 3 pears peeled, and diced
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon water
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon orange ginger spice or just ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- kosher salt to taste
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients for the pork rub and thoroughly coat each pork chop with the rub.
- Let pork chops sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before grilling.
- Grill over medium heat, turning only once.
- After removing them from the heat, let them sit for 5 minutes before cutting.
- Combine all the ingredients for the pear chutney in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Cook, stirring occasionally until the pears are nice and soft and the sauce coats the pears.
- Serve the pork chops with the pear chutney spooned over the top.
Notes
Grilling Tips
- Take the thin-cut pork chops out of the refrigerator for about 20 minutes before grilling them. When the meat is at room temperature, it will be ready to cook.
- Use an instant-read thermometer for best results on cooking pork chops. You will want the internal temperature to reach 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Cook the pork chops directly on the grill grate at medium-high heat over direct heat with the lid closed. They will cook quickly. You will want to watch the time.
- Flip the pork chops after about 4 to 5 minutes on direct heat. Cook on the other side for an additional 4 to 5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
- After grilling, let the pork chops rest for about 5 minutes to let the juices soak in before cutting into the meat. This will enhance the tenderness of the pork chop.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 453mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 2.9mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 0.9mg