These BBQ Pork Chops are smoky, juicy perfection! Perfectly seasoned and seared for a gorgeous crust, then finished in the oven for ultimate tenderness. Served with savory braised kale and hearty Boston baked beans, this bold and comforting meal is packed with flavor in every bite!
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Peel and finely mince ¼ cup of onion. Reserve the remaining onion for future use.
4
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium pot over medium low heat. Add the minced onion along with a healthy pinch of Sweet & Smoky BBQ Rub. Cook the onion for 3-4 minutes or until translucent.
5
Add the chicken stock and kale to the pot. Cover and cook for 20-30 minutes or until the kale is very soft.
6
Once soft, remove the lid, turn the heat up to medium, and reduce until only ½ cup of stock remains. Adjust the seasoning with Sweet & Smoky BBQ Rub and a splash of apple cider vinegar.
7
Heat the cast iron pan over medium high heat. Dry the pork chops, rub with remaining oil, and season on all sides with Sweet & Smoky BBQ rub.
8
Once the grill is smoking hot, Add the pork chops to the pan and cook, 1 minute on each side, to achieve beautiful grill marks.
9
Transfer the pork chops to a sheet tray lined with parchment paper and place in the oven to cook for 6-7 minutes.
10
Remove the pork chops from the oven and allow them to rest on a cutting board.
11
Heat the baked beans in a small pot.
12
To plate, carve the pork chops into thick slices. Season with one last pinch of Sweet & Smoky BBQ Rub and plate up alongside some braised kale and baked beans. Dig in and enjoy a delicious meal!
BBQ Pork Chops
By Tyler Vorce·February 25, 2025
Total Time50 min
Servings3
ProteinPork
These BBQ Pork Chops are smoky, juicy perfection! Perfectly seasoned and seared for a gorgeous crust, then finished in the oven for ultimate tenderness. Served with savory braised kale and hearty Boston baked beans, this bold and comforting meal is packed with flavor in every bite!
Equipments
Cutting board
Knife
Tongs
Cast iron grill pan or outdoor grill
Medium pot with lid
Small pot
Sheet tray lined with parchment paper
Ingredients
1 lb ButcherBox center cut pork chops
1 bunch kale
2 cups chicken stock
1 onion
3 tbsp olive oil
1 cup Boston baked beans
Sweet & Smoky BBQ Rub
to taste
apple cider vinegar
to taste
Step By Step
Instructions
How to Make
1
Preheat oven to 425F.
2
Clean and wash the kale.
3
Peel and finely mince ¼ cup of onion. Reserve the remaining onion for future use.
4
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium pot over medium low heat. Add the minced onion along with a healthy pinch of Sweet & Smoky BBQ Rub. Cook the onion for 3-4 minutes or until translucent.
5
Add the chicken stock and kale to the pot. Cover and cook for 20-30 minutes or until the kale is very soft.
6
Once soft, remove the lid, turn the heat up to medium, and reduce until only ½ cup of stock remains. Adjust the seasoning with Sweet & Smoky BBQ Rub and a splash of apple cider vinegar.
7
Heat the cast iron pan over medium high heat. Dry the pork chops, rub with remaining oil, and season on all sides with Sweet & Smoky BBQ rub.
8
Once the grill is smoking hot, Add the pork chops to the pan and cook, 1 minute on each side, to achieve beautiful grill marks.
9
Transfer the pork chops to a sheet tray lined with parchment paper and place in the oven to cook for 6-7 minutes.
10
Remove the pork chops from the oven and allow them to rest on a cutting board.
11
Heat the baked beans in a small pot.
12
To plate, carve the pork chops into thick slices. Season with one last pinch of Sweet & Smoky BBQ Rub and plate up alongside some braised kale and baked beans. Dig in and enjoy a delicious meal!