🔥 Grilled Pork Chops with Fish Fry Breading

Smoky‑sweet grilled pork chops: sizzling char, juicy center, pure backyard bliss.

Ingredients

* 4 bone-in pork chops (1–1¼ inch thick works best)
* 2 tbsp olive oil
* 1 cup Fish Fry breading (yes — the famous one 😉)
* 1 tsp garlic powder
* 1 tsp smoked paprika
* ½ tsp black pepper
* ½ tsp onion powder
* ½ tsp dried thyme (optional but powerful)
* Salt to taste (go light — the breading already brings flavor)
grilled pork chops

Cooking Instructions

🧂 Prep Instructions (Quick & Easy)

  1. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. This helps the breading stick and gives you a better crust.
  2. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil.
  3. In a shallow bowl, mix the Fish Fry breading with garlic powder, paprika, pepper, onion powder, thyme, and optional add-ins.
  4. Press each pork chop into the breading, coating both sides well. Don’t shake it off — let that flavor ride.
  5. Let the chops rest for 10 minutes. This helps the coating set.

This is looking really good already.

🔥 Option 1: Outdoor Grill Instructions

Best for smoky flavor and grill marks

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375–400°F).
  2. Lightly oil the grill grates.
  3. Place pork chops on the grill and close the lid.
  4. Grill 4–5 minutes per side, flipping once.
  5. Cook until internal temperature hits 145°F.
  6. Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes before serving.

That rest time locks in the juice. Don’t skip it.

🍳 Option 2: Flat Grill / Griddle Instructions

Perfect for even browning and crispy edges

  1. Preheat flat grill or griddle to medium heat.
  2. Add a light drizzle of oil.
  3. Place pork chops on the hot surface.
  4. Cook 5–6 minutes per side, pressing lightly for contact.
  5. Flip once golden and crisp.
  6. Cook to 145°F internal temp, then rest 5 minutes.

You’ll get an incredible crust with this method.

🧠 Pro Tips (Quick Wins)

  • Thick chops = juicy results. Thin chops dry out fast.
  • Fish Fry breading creates a natural crust without flour or eggs.
  • Try this same method on:
    • Chicken thighs
    • Pork tenderloin
    • Steaks
    • Turkey cutlets

From here, it’s wide open. This breading was never meant to be boxed in.

🥗 Serving Ideas

  • Grilled corn and coleslaw
  • Garlic mashed potatoes
  • Fresh green beans with butter
  • A squeeze of lemon or a drizzle of honey butter on top

Bottom line:
Fish Fry breading isn’t just for fish.
It’s a powerful tool for turning everyday meats into something unforgettable.

Next up — chicken or steak?