Sometimes during the week, you need a very easy meal, but you don't want to compromise on flavor. With these Traeger Blackened Pork Chops, you don't have to. This is the perfect midweek meal that will please the whole family.

Traeger Blackened Pork Chops

These Traeger Blackened Pork Chops are tender, juicy, and full of flavor with a kick from the a Cajun Blackening Rub. This is a must-have spice blend in our household. They are made with high-quality spices and all the flavors are great.

Why You'll Love This Dish

• Bold, smoky flavor – The blackening seasoning and pellet grill smoke combine to create a mouth‑watering charred crust with a rich taste.
• Easy and quick – Only a few minutes of prep, then grill and rest. Perfect when you want a good meal without spending hours cooking.
• Juicy and tender – The cooking method and resting step help keep the pork chops moist and flavorful.
• Great for entertaining – Works well for family dinners or backyard cookouts where everyone enjoys grill flavor and simplicity.

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Recipe Shopping List

Wondering if you have to hit the store? Here's the list of items you'll need to make this recipe. For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.

• Pork Chops – Your main protein. Choose chops about 1‑inch thick for best grill timing.
• Blackening Seasoning – A spice mix that adds that flavorful crust and a gentle heat and depth.
• Salt – Enhances natural flavor, balances seasoning.
• Black Pepper – Adds a subtle heat and flavor contrast to the blackening seasoning.

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How To Make This Recipe

This is just the overview so you can see what you're actually getting into here. When you are cooking, you'll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.

1. Preheat your pellet grill to 375°F using manufacturer instructions.
2. Pat the pork chops dry. Season both sides generously with blackening seasoning, then lightly with salt and pepper.
3. Place seasoned chops on the grill grates. Close the lid and grill for 7–8 minutes.
4. Flip the chops. Insert a grill‑safe temperature probe into the center of one chop. Continue grilling until the internal temperature reaches 140–142°F.
5. Remove chops and let them rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.

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Serve This With…

In our house, we love pasta! My Browned Butter Mizithra Pasta will be perfect with my grilled pork chops.

Want to keep a more mild flavor to really get the full flavor punch of this meat? Try my Pressure Cooker Basmati Rice. So easy and fast, you will love the texture and it comes out perfect every time.

If you love rice but want ALL THE FLAVOR, I highly recommend my Stick of Butter Rice recipe.

Don't forget your veggies friends. Make my Traeger Grilled Vegetables. No compromise on flavor with these vegetables.

If you are a fan of Brussels Sprouts, I've got just the thing for you!

You can turn dinner into a real comfort meal and make my extra delicious Fettucine Alfredo. This pasta is so rich and creamy you need to make extra because everyone will want seconds.

If you still have room for dessert after all this fabulous food, we've got you covered there also. Try my Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee. This creamy goodness is so much easier than you think and just a little fancy.

Maybe you are a berry fan? Then my Instant Pot Strawberry Cheesecake is for you. Yes, I said Instant Pot. This is so easy and fast, you will love it.