QiMeal
Cajun Rubbed Pork Chops
Cajun Rubbed Pork Chops · ready in 20 min · 4 servings · 260 kcal per serving · easy · 8 ingredients
Juicy pork chops coated in a bold Cajun spice blend are pan fried until perfectly browned, delivering a smoky, peppery crust with a tender and savory center.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 10 min
- Total
- 20 min
- Serves
- 4
- kcal
- 260
- Difficulty
- easy
Ingredients · 4 servings
- 680 gPork chops, boneless
- 8 gPaprika
- 2 gSage
- 6 gSalt
- 2 gPepper
- 1 gCayenne pepper
- 4 gGarlic powder
- 30 mlCooking oil
Equipment
stovetop, cutting board, mixing bowl, skillet, spoon, tongs
Instructions
- Mix spice rub
Gather a small bowl and spoon, then combine paprika, sage, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder until evenly mixed. · 3 min
What to look for: evenly blended spices
- Season pork chops
Rub the spice mixture thoroughly onto both sides of the boneless pork chops, pressing so the seasoning adheres evenly. · 4 min
What to look for: chops fully coated with spices
- Pan fry chops
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add the pork chops, and pan fry, turning once, until cooked through. · 10 min
When it is done: Internal temperature reaches 63°C / 145°F and juices run clear.
Nutrition (per serving)
| kcal | 260 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbohydrates | 2 g |
| of which sugars | 0 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| of which saturated | 5 g |
| Fibre | 1 g |
| Sodium | 720 mg |
Nutri-ScoreC
Allergens
None of the 14 major allergens, per our data.
Storage and reheating
- Fridge: up to 3 days
- Freezer: yes, up to 2 months
Ingredient substitutions
Pork chops
- bone in pork chops: Cook a few minutes longer to reach safe temperature
- chicken breast: Reduce cooking time to avoid drying
Paprika
- smoked paprika: Adds deeper smoky flavor
- chili powder: Check salt level before adding
Sage
- thyme: Works well in Cajun blends
Salt
- kosher salt: Adjust to taste
Pepper
- white pepper: Gives smoother heat
Cayenne pepper
- chili flakes: Crush flakes for even heat
