Jalapeno Smothered Pork Chop* recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAddison's - An American GrillJalapeno Smothered Pork Chop* Recipe

Jalapeno Smothered Pork Chop* Recipe

Time1h 15m
Serves2

A 12 oz. brown sugar brined local Patchwork Farms pork chop, grilled and topped with pepper jack cheese sauce, blistered jalapeños, tomatoes, and scallions. Served with roasted garlic smashers.

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Ingredients

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Pork Chop

Cheese Sauce

Toppings

Roasted Garlic Smashers

Method

Brining the Pork Chop

  1. 1

    Brine Preparation

    In a bowl, mix water, brown sugar, and salt until dissolved. Submerge the pork chop in the brine and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.

  2. 2

    Grilling the Pork Chop

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the pork chop from the brine, rinse with cold water, and pat dry. Grill the pork chop for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.

Preparing the Cheese Sauce

  1. 3

    Making the Cheese Sauce

    In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk, and cook until thickened. Add the pepper jack cheese, salt, and black pepper, stirring until melted and smooth.

Topping and Serving

  1. 4

    Blister the Jalapeños

    In a skillet, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Add whole jalapeños and cook until blistered on all sides. Remove, chop, and set aside.

  2. 5

    Preparing Toppings

    Dice the tomato and chop the scallions. Set aside.

  3. 6

    Assemble and Serve

    Place the grilled pork chop on a plate, top with cheese sauce, blistered jalapeños, diced tomatoes, and chopped scallions. Serve alongside roasted garlic smashers.

Roasted Garlic Smashers

  1. 7

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.

  2. 8

    Roast the Garlic

    Wrap garlic cloves in aluminum foil and roast in the oven at 400°F for 20 minutes or until soft.

  3. 9

    Smash and Mix

    Smash the boiled potatoes with a fork or potato masher. Mix in roasted garlic, butter, cream, salt, and black pepper until creamy.

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