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    Home » Recipes » Father's Day

    Grilled Pork Chops with Alabama White Sauce

    Published: Jun 1, 2021 · Modified: Aug 1, 2022 by Amanda · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads

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    pork chops on the grill with white bbq sauce in a white bowl
    stack of pork chops with white bbq sauce running over it

    These grilled pork chops are thick cut and served smothered in a tangy alabama white sauce. This easy recipe takes just 10 minutes to prep and under 15 minutes to cook making this perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or ultimate summer cookout!

    grilled pork chops on a tray covered in white bbq sauce.

    This post was originally published in August 2019 and has been updated for content.

    One of my favorite things to cook on the grill is pork chops. They hold up well and are easy to make. These perfectly tender grilled pork chops are served with an alabama style white bbq sauce, that is tangy and delicious.

    Serve these grilled pork chops with crispy potato wedges, antipasto salad or homemade italian sodas!

    Jump to:
    • 🥩 Ingredient notes
    • 📋 Substitutions and variations
    • 🔪 Step by step instructions
    • ⭐ Expert tips
    • 🥘 Alternative cooking methods
    • 🥡 Storage suggestions
    • ♨️ More grilling recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🥩 Ingredient notes

    • Pork chops - I prefer using thick cut bone in pork chops for grilling. They hold up really well on the grill and stay tender and juicy. Boneless pork chops or thinner cuts may be used, however cooking times will be shorter.
    • Alabama white sauce - Also known as white bbq sauce, this mayonnaise based barbecue sauce originated in northern Alabama. It's a little bit sweet, tangy, and goes excellent on pork or chicken.

    📋 Substitutions and variations

    • Traditional BBQ - Not a fan of Alabama white sauce? Slather these grilled pork chops in your favorite traditional barbecue sauce the last couple of minutes of cooking on the grill.
    • Spicy - A one Tablespoon of hot sauce to your alabama white sauce instead of a teaspoon for a spicier white bbq sauce.

    🔪 Step by step instructions

    While your grill is preheating, combine all of the ingredients for the alabama white sauce in a bowl. Whisk the ingredients together until they are smooth and set the sauce aside.

    white bowl filled with ingredients for white bbq sauce and then a small white bowl with white bbq sauce and a whisk

    Brush the pork chops with oil and season them with salt and pepper. Grill the pork chops for 4-6 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reads a minimum of 145˚.

    raw pork chops on a sheet pan and then pork chops grilling on a grill

    Remove the chops off the grill and let rest them rest for 10 minutes. Serve drizzled with the white bbq sauce or on the side.

    grilled pork chops on a sheet pan and a stack of pork chops doused in white bbq sauce

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    ⭐ Expert tips

    • Use a kitchen thermometer to check your meat when grilling. This will help to ensure you don't overcook your pork chops and become dry. Pork should be cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 145˚.
    • Bring your pork chops to room temperature before grilling. It will help to make sure they are evenly cooked and don't burn on the outside.

    🥘 Alternative cooking methods

    If cooking outside on the grill is not an option, these pork chops can be cooked inside on a grill pan or in a cast iron skillet. Preheat the pan on the stovetop on medium high heat and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked to an internal temperature of 145˚.

    🥡 Storage suggestions

    Alabama white sauce will keep in the refrigerator when stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days and can be made ahead of time if needed.

    Grilled pork chops will keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days. The best way to reheat grilled pork chops is in the oven. Place them in a baking dish with a couple tablespoons of chicken broth and cover them with foil. Heat in at 350˚oven for about 10-15 minutes until heated through.

    ♨️ More grilling recipes

    If you loved this recipe for grilled pork chops, check out these other grilling recipes that I know you will love too!

    • Grilled Italian Zucchini
    • Hatch Chile Turkey Burgers
    • Shrimp Kabobs

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    📖 Recipe

    three grilled pork chops with two of them covered in white bbq sauce

    Grilled Pork Chops with Alabama White Sauce

    Amanda
    These grilled pork chops are thick cut and served smothered in a tangy alabama white sauce. This easy recipe takes just 10 minutes to prep and under 15 minutes to cook making this perfect for a fast weeknight dinner or ultimate summer cookout!
    4.77 from 13 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 12 mins
    Resting Time 10 mins
    Total Time 32 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 316 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Alabama White BBQ Sauce

    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
    • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon ground mustard
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon hot sauce

    Grilled Pork Chops

    • 6 each thick cut bone in pork chops
    • 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
    • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the grill to medium high heat or approximately 375˚. 
    • While the grill is preheating, combine all of the ingredients for the bbq sauce in a bowl and whisk thoroughly to combine. Set aside.
    • Brush both sides of pork chops with vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper.
    • Cook pork chops on the preheated grill for 4-6 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches a minimum of 145˚ when checked with a kitchen thermometer. The actual thickness of the pork chops may vary cooking times.
    • Remove pork chops from the grill and allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving with the bbq sauce.

    Notes

    • Use bone in pork chops for the most tender and juicy pork chop. Boneless pork chops or thinner cuts may be used, however cooking times will be shorter. 
    • Use a kitchen thermometer to check your meat when grilling. This will help to ensure you don't overcook your pork chops and become dry. Pork should be cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 145˚.
    • Bring your pork chops to room temperature before grilling. It will help to make sure they are evenly cooked and don't burn on the outside.
     

    Variations

    • Traditional BBQ - Not a fan of Alabama white sauce? Slather these pork chops in your favorite traditional barbecue sauce the last couple of minutes of cooking on the grill.
    • Spicy - A one Tablespoon of hot sauce to your alabama white sauce instead of a teaspoon for a spicier white bbq sauce.
     

    Alternative Cooking Methods

    If cooking outside on the grill is not an option, these pork chops can be cooked inside on a grill pan or in a cast iron skillet. Preheat the pan on the stovetop on medium high heat and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked to an internal temperature of 145˚.
     

    Storage Suggestions

    Alabama white sauce will keep in the refrigerator when stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days and can be made ahead of time if needed.
    The pork chops will keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days. The best way to reheat grilled pork chops is in the oven. Place them in a baking dish with a couple tablespoons of chicken broth and cover them with foil. Heat in at 350˚oven for about 10-15 minutes until heated through.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1chopCalories: 316kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 19gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 1134mgPotassium: 38mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 34IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Millie

      March 03, 2022 at 7:21 pm

      They sound great! Any rice side dish recipe ideas?

      Reply
      • Amanda

        March 07, 2022 at 3:15 pm

        Thank you so much! I don't have any rice side dishes right now, but i will make sure get some going to add! I have a few potato side dishes that would be great!

        Reply
    2. Addie

      June 04, 2021 at 8:52 pm

      5 stars
      These pork chops were anything but boring! We loved them!

      Reply
      • Amanda

        June 04, 2021 at 8:53 pm

        So glad you enjoyed them!

        Reply
    3. Mihaela

      June 04, 2021 at 2:45 pm

      5 stars
      I love the sauce and saved it to make for the next barbeque:)

      Reply
      • Amanda

        June 04, 2021 at 8:54 pm

        The flavors are so good with anything grilled!

        Reply
    4. Oscar

      June 03, 2021 at 3:55 pm

      5 stars
      Omgosh, this sauce is amazing. Perfect on pork chops. Great recipe.

      Reply
      • Amanda

        June 04, 2021 at 1:43 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    5. Agnieszka | Wholly Tasteful

      June 03, 2021 at 2:01 pm

      5 stars
      I've been looking for new ways to grill pork and this recipe sounds amazing! Will try for sure.

      Reply
      • Amanda

        June 03, 2021 at 3:22 pm

        It's one of our favorites, can't wait to hear how you like it!

        Reply
    6. Jere Cassidy

      June 03, 2021 at 12:44 pm

      5 stars
      I have never had the Alabama White Sauce and I so want to try this recipe. We love pork chops too so this is a must make recipe.

      Reply
      • Amanda

        June 03, 2021 at 3:22 pm

        It's super unique, but with amazing flavor!

        Reply
    7. Brianna May

      June 03, 2021 at 8:52 am

      5 stars
      Yum!! These sound so flavorful

      Reply
      • Amanda

        June 03, 2021 at 10:02 am

        Thank you! They are one of our favorites for Summer.

        Reply
    8. michele

      June 03, 2021 at 5:52 am

      5 stars
      This recipe is a great addition to our regular grilling rotation!

      Reply
      • Amanda

        June 03, 2021 at 10:02 am

        I'm glad you enjoy it!

        Reply
    9. Jeri

      June 02, 2021 at 8:37 pm

      5 stars
      What an easy recipe, perfect for busy summer days! I have never tried Alabama white sauce, but it looks delicious! I will be making this for supper tomorrow! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Amanda

        June 03, 2021 at 10:02 am

        It's really good, especially on pork!

        Reply

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