Barbecue Rubbed Pork Chops and Cheddar Grits
An easy weeknight meal, these Barbecue Rubbed Pork Chops with Cheddar Grits combine grilled pork chops that are spiced with a simple barbecue blend with cheesy, creamy grits.
Servings 4 servings
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Ingredients
Pork Chops
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
- 4 boneless pork chops about 1/2 inch thick
- Cooking Spray
Cheddar Grits
- 2 cups fat-free milk
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 3/4 cup quick cooking grits
- 1 cup reduced-fat shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Instructions
For the pork chops:
- Combine the brown sugar, salt, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, dry mustard, allspice and red pepper. Rub over both sides of the pork.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Spray with cooking spray. Cook the pork for 2 minutes on each side. Reduce the heat to medium and continue to cook the pork until done, turning occasionally. Remove from pan and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
For the cheddar grits:
- Combine the milk and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Slowly whisk in the grits. Cover and reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until thick. Remove from the heat and add in the cheese, butter, salt and pepper. Stir until the cheese melts.
Notes
slightly adapted from Cooking Light April 2007