Blackstone Pork Chops Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What seasoning is good on pork chops? ›

Best Seasoning for Pork Chops

Thyme and sage add herby and floral notes complementing pork's flavor exceptionally well. There's also a combination of smoked paprika, pepper, and a little bit of cayenne pepper, which all give your pork chops a lovely, not overly spicy, kiss of heat.

I use both! At the same time! The butter helps achieve that golden brown color and adds more flavor, but you need the oil, too, because it has a higher smoke point and keeps the butter from burning. How long do you cook pork chops in a frying pan?

How long should I cook pork chops on a Blackstone? Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of the pork chops, but on average, you can cook them for about 6-8 minutes per side.

A quick turn in a hot pan followed by a little time in the oven is another great way to cook pork chops. You build color and flavor in the skillet, then hand the cooking over to the oven, which gives you time to prep the rest of the meal.

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels, season both sides with salt, pepper and a spice rub if you'd like, then brush them with oil. Sear the chops on the hot side of the grill and let them cook until they easily release without sticking, about 4 minutes.

Mix together the salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Season the pork chops on both sides. Lay down some oil on the griddle and let it get good and hot. Put the chops down and leave them alone for a few minutes until the bottom is brown.

While there are a number of ways to cook pork chops for dinner, baking is arguably the easiest path to perfection. The hands-off cooking method cooks pork chops gently and evenly without the need for extra fat, resulting in juicy, healthier pork chops that pair well with practically any side dish.

First, we sear one side of the chops until browned, flip them, turn the heat to low, and cover the skillet with a lid. The second side will slowly turn golden brown, and since we added the lid, the heat from the pan will gently cook the middle. By gently cooking the chops this way, they stay juicy and become tender.

Since pork chops are often on the thin side, they need to cook quickly to prevent drying out. After brining or marinating, let the pork chops reach room temperature before cooking. This reduces your cooking time.

Because pork chops are such a lean cut, they are relatively quick-cooking and prone to overcooking. When they're cooked for even a few minutes too long, whether it's in the oven or on the stovetop or grill, they're quick to dry out, and — you guessed it — become tough, chewy, and less than appealing.

Should you cover pork chops when frying? ›

Preheat the skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. Add meat. Don't add any liquid and don't cover the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium and cook until internal temperature registers 145°F on an instant-read thermometer (for ¾- to 1-inch-thick chops, plan on 6 to 10 minutes), turning meat occasionally.

Shake marinade off chops into bag and place onto hot griddle. Sear for 2-4 minutes on each side. Using an instant read thermometer, check temperature of pork chops in the center. Remove pork chops from the griddle when the internal temperature reaches 135°F.

Step 2: Cooking the pork chops

Preheat the griddle to 375- to 400-degrees. Add some oil for cooking and place the parmesan crusted pork chops on the griddle. Cook for about 3-5 minutes to form a nice crust on one side then flip. Repeat the process.

Place the chops onto the screaming hot griddle and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until cooked through, turning every 2 minutes.

It's important for the pork to reach 145°F (63°C) to develop the proper texture with the muscle fibers and fat and to be safe to eat, but really no higher. Stay away from the higher temperature ranges that will leave the pork irreversibly tough and dry.