Grilled Pork Chops with Peach Salsa

Name: Grilled Pork Chops with Peach Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless pork chops; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 2 ripe peaches, diced; 1/4 red onion, finely diced; 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced; 2 tbsp chopped cilantro; 1 lime, juiced; 1/2 tsp honey

4 servings15 min prep12 min cookEasy

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Grilled Pork Chops with Peach Salsa

Story updated September 18, 2026

Pairing pork with peaches reflects Southern American culinary tradition, especially in states like Georgia and South Carolina where peach orchards have flourished since the 19th century. The sweet, juicy fruit provides a natural counterpoint to grilled, savory pork.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

4 boneless pork chops
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
2 ripe peaches, diced
1/4 red onion, finely diced
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
2 tbsp chopped cilantro
1 lime, juiced
1/2 tsp honey

Instructions

1Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2Rub the pork chops with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
3In a bowl, combine the diced peaches, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and honey to make the salsa, then set it aside to let the flavors meld.
4Grill the pork chops for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until nicely marked and the center reaches 145°F.
5Let the chops rest for 5 minutes on a plate to keep the juices in.
6Top each chop with a generous spoonful of the peach salsa before serving.

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