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Best Brown Sugar Bourbon Glazed Grilled Pork Chops

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Sweet, smoky, and slightly boozy grilled pork chops with a caramelized brown sugar bourbon glaze. Ready in about 30 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for backyard cookouts or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1/4 cup bourbon (e.g., Bulleit or Maker’s Mark)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, bourbon, butter, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and cayenne pepper. Whisk until butter melts and sugar dissolves. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. Season the pork chops: Pat chops dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Let sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400°F to 450°F). Clean and oil the grates.
  4. Grill the pork chops: Place chops on grill, close lid, and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Start basting: apply glaze to top of each chop, flip, baste the other side. Repeat flipping and basting every 2 minutes until internal temperature reaches 140°F to 145°F (about 12-15 minutes total).
  5. Remove chops from grill, tent loosely with aluminum foil, and let rest for 5-7 minutes. Temperature will rise to 145°F-150°F. Serve with extra warmed glaze if desired.

Notes

Don’t baste too early; wait until chops have a good sear. Use thick-cut bone-in chops for best results. Keep grill temperature steady at 400°F-450°F to prevent burning. Let glaze reduce properly before basting. Always rest the meat after grilling. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute bourbon with apple juice and a splash of vanilla extract.

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