Juicy Grilled Pork Chops with Spicy Peach Glaze – Sweet, Spicy & Tender

These Juicy Grilled Pork Chops with Spicy Peach Glaze are what backyard BBQ dreams are made of—tender, savory, and brushed with a fiery-sweet glaze that packs bold flavor in every bite. This is one of those recipes that made my family stop mid-bite and say, “Whoa—what IS this?” Definitely one to bookmark and repeat.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Perfectly juicy from a quick brine
• Bold, sweet-and-spicy glaze made with peach jam and jalapeño
• Simple ingredients with big flavor
• Grill-friendly and ideal for summer entertaining

Ingredients You’ll Need To Make Juicy Grilled Pork Chops with Spicy Peach Glaze

For the Brine:

• 1/4 cup table salt
• 4 cups water
• 6 bone-in pork chops (3–4 lbs), about 3/4″ thick
• Coarse ground black pepper

For the Spicy Peach Glaze:

• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/4 cup peach jam
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and sliced lengthwise
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp butter

Step-by-Step Instructions to make Juicy Grilled Pork Chops with Spicy Peach Glaze

1. Brine the Pork Chops

1. In a large container, dissolve 1/4 cup salt in 4 cups water.
2. Add pork chops to the solution. If needed, add a bit more water + salt (1 tbsp per cup) to fully submerge the meat.
3. Let brine for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours in the fridge.

2. Make the Spicy Peach Glaze

1. In a small saucepan over low-medium heat, combine wine, peach jam, jalapeño, and red pepper flakes.
2. Bring to a boil and simmer until the sauce reduces by half and becomes syrupy.
3. Remove from heat and stir in butter. Set aside.

3. Prepare & Grill the Pork Chops

1. Remove chops from the brine and pat dry with paper towels.
2. Season generously with coarse ground black pepper on both sides.
3. Preheat all grill burners to high for 15 minutes. Then reduce to low.
4. Place chops on the grill. Rotate and flip every 5 minutes for even cooking.
5. Begin checking internal temperature around 15 minutes in. When they hit 135ºF, start brushing the glaze on both sides.
6. Continue grilling until pork chops reach 145ºF.
7. Let rest for 3 minutes before serving.

What to Serve with These Juicy Grilled Pork Chops with Spicy Peach Glaze

• Grilled corn on the cob
• Garlic mashed potatoes
• Arugula salad with goat cheese and berries
• Roasted sweet potatoes
• Crusty bread for extra glaze-scooping

Tips for Juicy Grilled Pork Chops

• Don’t skip the brine! It locks in moisture.
• Use a digital meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.
• Glaze at the end to avoid burning sugars on the grill.
• Rest the meat so juices redistribute evenly.

FAQs About Juicy Grilled Pork Chops

What makes pork chops juicy?

Brining and not overcooking. Aim for 145ºF and a 3-minute rest.

What to serve with spicy pork chops?

Sweet or creamy sides like mashed potatoes, fruit salsa, or grilled veggies.

What temperature are juicy pork chops done?

145ºF is perfect for bone-in pork chops.

How to make pork chops more interesting?

Use bold glazes like this spicy peach combo or try marinades with fresh herbs and citrus.

Why are my pork chops dry?

Most likely they’re overcooked or not brined. A quick brine solves both.

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• Oven Baked Baby Back Ribs with Dry Rub
• Sweet and Sour Pork Skewers with Pineapple
• Peach Cobbler Cookies Recipe

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