Grilled Cuban Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Grilled Cuban Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 whole Bonless Pork Chops; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1/4 cups Sour Cream; 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice; 2 teaspoons Chopped Lime Thyme; 2 teaspoons Chopped Tarragon; 1 Tablespoon Yellow Mustard; 1 teaspoon Cumin, Plus More To Season Pork Chops; 1 teaspoon Cocoa Chili Powder, Plus More To Season Pork Chops; 8 slices Deli Baby Swiss; 8 slices Deli Ham; 4 slices Long Sandwich Sliced Dill Pickles

Servings: persons

4 whole Bonless Pork Chops
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1/4 cups Sour Cream
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
2 teaspoons Chopped Lime Thyme
2 teaspoons Chopped Tarragon
1 Tablespoon Yellow Mustard
1 teaspoon Cumin, Plus More To Season Pork Chops
1 teaspoon Cocoa Chili Powder, Plus More To Season Pork Chops
8 slices Deli Baby Swiss
8 slices Deli Ham
4 slices Long Sandwich Sliced Dill Pickles

1
Sprinkle all sides of chops with some chili powder and cumin; drizzle with oil to prevent sticking.
2
In a bowl, mix sour cream, lemon juice, thyme, tarragon, mustard, cumin, chili powders, salt and pepper to taste.
3
Put chops on the grill, cook 4 minutes, and flip.
4
Add a tablespoon of sauce, sliced cheese, ham, pickle, another slice of ham, and top with cheese.
5
Grill until pork is fully cooked and cheese is melted.
6
Spoon remaining sauce over top and enjoy!
7
I served mine with grilled veggies sprinkled with the same seasoning.

416

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 whole Bonless Pork Chops, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1/4 cups Sour Cream, 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice, and more.

Yes, Grilled Cuban Pork Chops falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Cuban Pork Chops

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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