There are pork chops and then there are smoked pork chops. The rub has just the right amount of sweetness and saltiness that complements the smoky flavor perfectly. Oak is my wood of choice for these but feel free to substitute any hardwood chips.
Prep Time::10 mins
Cook Time:: 2 hrs 30 mins
Additional Time::10 mins
Total Time:: 2 hrs 50 mins
Servings::6
Ingredients
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 ½ teaspoons light brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground mustard
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon oregano
6 bone-in center-cut pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
Directions
Preheat the smoker to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Add wood chips according to the manufacturer's directions.
Combine salt, brown sugar, pepper, paprika, ground mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano in a small bowl. Sprinkle over both sides pork chops.
Place pork chops, unstacked, onto smoker grate. Smoke for 2 hours 30 minutes. Remove chops from the smoker and let rest for 10 minutes.