BBQ Pork Chops with Peach Salsa: The Perfect Sweet and Smoky Summer Dinner
If you are looking for juicy grilled pork chops packed with bold flavor, these BBQ Pork Chops with Peach Salsa bring together smoky seasoning, fresh ingredients, and sweet summer flavors in one easy meal. Tender grilled pork chops seasoned with Smoky Cowboy seasoning are topped with a vibrant peach salsa made with fresh peaches, tomatoes, cilantro, garlic, and lime for a balanced combination of sweet, smoky, and savory flavor.

One of the reasons grilled pork chop recipes continue to be popular is their versatility and ease of preparation. Pork chops cook quickly on the grill while developing caramelization and char that pair perfectly with smoky seasonings. Smoky Cowboy adds layers of flavor with smoked paprika, smoked garlic, rosemary, thyme, coriander, pepper, and warm spice notes that naturally complement pork.
The fresh peach salsa is what takes this BBQ pork chop recipe to another level. Ripe peaches bring natural sweetness while tomatoes, cilantro, lime, and garlic add freshness and acidity that help balance the richness of grilled meat. Allowing the salsa to rest before serving gives the ingredients time to blend together and creates a more flavorful topping.
This grilled pork chop recipe also works well for a variety of occasions. It is simple enough for a weeknight family dinner while still feeling impressive enough for backyard cookouts, summer gatherings, and outdoor entertaining. The combination of smoky grilled flavors and fresh fruit also creates a restaurant quality presentation without requiring complicated techniques.
Another advantage of pairing pork chops with peach salsa is the natural flavor relationship between fruit and pork. Sweet fruit often enhances grilled meats because the acidity and sweetness help balance savory flavors while adding brightness and moisture.
Whether you are searching for a grilled pork chop recipe, an easy peach salsa recipe, or a sweet and smoky dinner idea, these BBQ Pork Chops with Peach Salsa deliver bold flavor, fresh ingredients, and satisfying comfort food in every bite.
BBQ Pork Chops with Peach Salsa
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Category
Main Course
Cuisine
American BBQ
Recipe By:
Chef Kayla Robison
Servings
4
Prep Time
20 minutes
Calories
390
These BBQ Pork Chops with Peach Salsa combine juicy grilled pork chops with a fresh peach salsa recipe for the perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and savory flavor. Seasoned with Smoky Cowboy seasoning featuring smoked paprika, smoked garlic, rosemary, thyme, coriander, and warm spices, this grilled pork chop recipe delivers rich BBQ flavor while fresh peaches, tomatoes, cilantro, garlic, and lime add brightness and freshness. Whether you are searching for BBQ pork chops, a grilled pork chop recipe, or an easy peach salsa recipe for summer dinners and cookouts, this flavorful meal delivers restaurant quality results with simple ingredients and minimal effort.
Ingredients
Peach Salsa
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1 large peach, small diced
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2 Roma tomatoes, small diced
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1 tbsp red onion, small diced
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tsp Smoky Cowboy seasoning
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Zest and juice of 1 lime
Grilled BBQ Pork Chops
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4 bone in pork chops, approximately 1 inch thick
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4 tsp Smoky Cowboy seasoning
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2 tbsp olive oil
Optional Garnishes
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Fresh cilantro
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Lime wedges
Directions
Peach Salsa
Combine peach, Roma tomatoes, red onion, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, Smoky Cowboy seasoning, lime zest, and lime juice in a bowl.
Stir until evenly combined.
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
BBQ Pork Chops
Preheat grill to medium high heat.
Combine Smoky Cowboy seasoning and olive oil and rub evenly over pork chops.
Grill approximately 5–6 minutes on first side and 4–6 minutes on second side.
Cook until pork reaches 145°F.
Rest pork chops for 3 minutes.
Top with peach salsa and serve.
Recipe Note
Use ripe but firm peaches to prevent watery salsa.
Resting the salsa improves flavor development.
Use a meat thermometer for reliable doneness.
One teaspoon of Smoky Cowboy per chop provides balanced flavor while allowing the pork and peach salsa to stand out.
Nutrition
Nutrition
- Nutrition Serving Size
- 250
- per serving
- Calories
- 390
- Fat
- 22 grams
- Saturated Fat
- 5 grams
- Trans Fat
- grams
- Cholesterol
- 90 milligrams
- Sodium
- 675 milligrams
- Carbs
- 10 grams
- Fiber
- 2 grams
- Sugar
- 6 grams
- Protein
- 35 grams