Description
Fire up your summer dinners with these Sweet and Smoky BBQ Peach Pork Chops , a mouthwatering dish that combines juicy pork chops with the bold flavors of barbecue and the natural sweetness of fresh peaches. Perfectly grilled or pan-seared pork chops are brushed with a homemade peach-infused BBQ sauce, creating a caramelized, sticky glaze that’s smoky, tangy, and sweet all at once. This recipe is quick, easy, and bursting with seasonal flavor, making it ideal for outdoor grilling or a weeknight dinner. Follow along with our step-by-step video tutorial to whip up this crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to become a summer staple. With its vibrant colors and irresistible taste, these pork chops are perfect for warm evenings and backyard gatherings!
Ingredients
For the Pork Chops:
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or vegetable oil for grilling)
For the Sweet and Smoky Peach BBQ Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 cup fresh or frozen peach puree (about 2 ripe peaches, peeled and blended)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
- Extra peach slices (grilled or fresh)
Instructions
Prepare the BBQ Sauce:
- Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, smoked paprika, cumin, peach puree, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. Simmer the sauce for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Taste and adjust sweetness or spice as needed. Set aside.
Season the Pork Chops:
3. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
Cook the Pork Chops:
4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat (or preheat your grill to medium-high). Sear the pork chops for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F/63°C).
5. During the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, brush the pork chops generously with the peach BBQ sauce, allowing it to caramelize and form a sticky glaze. Flip the chops and repeat on the other side.
Rest and Serve:
6. Remove the pork chops from the heat and let them rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley and serve with extra peach BBQ sauce on the side. Pair with grilled vegetables, corn on the cob, or a fresh summer salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 Minutes
- Cook Time: 20 Minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
