How to Smoke Delicious Pork Chops on a Pellet Grill or Kettle Grill

Are you looking to add some smoky flavor to your pork chops? Smoking pork chops on a pellet grill or kettle grill is an art that requires patience and attention to detail. In this article, we will explore the best ways to smoke pork chops to perfection.

Choosing the Right Cut

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When it comes to smoking pork chops, you have two options: boneless or bone-in. Traditionally, pork chops are sold without bones, but if you can find them bone-in, I highly recommend grabbing those. The bone will take longer to come up to temperature and slows down cooking time of the meat as well.

Setting Up Your Grill

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Regardless of whether you're using a pellet grill or kettle grill, you'll want to set up your grill for low-and-slow cooking. For a pellet grill, add some wood chunks to the SnS basked then cover with charcoal. Let this come up to 225F, and let it run until the smoke comes out a whispy blue. Light a few coals in a chimney, then add to the basket to start the minion method of smoking.

For a kettle grill, you can use the same method as above, but with a few adjustments. Add a few chunks of wood into the fire basket and followed by charcoal. This will give your pork chops a nice smoky flavor.

Smoking Your Pork Chops

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Once your grill is set up, it's time to add your pork chops. For this recipe, I'm going to smoke them over hickory and apple wood on my Weber Smokey Mountain. You can use any type of wood you like, but these two woods give a nice balance of sweet and smoky flavors.

Cooking Your Pork Chops

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When it comes to cooking your pork chops, there's no need to rush. You're looking for an internal temperature of 145F for medium doneness. If you prefer your pork chops more well done, you can cook them up to 150-160F.

Tips and Tricks

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Here are a few tips and tricks to keep in mind when smoking pork chops:

* Use a bone-in pork chop if possible. This will give you more flavor and texture.

* Don't overcrowd your grill. Cook your pork chops in batches if necessary.

* Keep an eye on your temperature. You want to stay between 225F and 250F for optimal smokiness.

* Let your pork chops rest before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute and make them more tender.

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Smoking pork chops is an art that requires patience and attention to detail. By following these tips and tricks, you can create delicious, smoky pork chops that are sure to impress. Whether you're using a pellet grill or kettle grill, with a little practice and experimentation, you'll be able to achieve perfect results.

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