Steps

• 1

  When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 180℉ and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes.

  180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

  00:15

  Super Smoke

• 2

  Season the pork chops liberally with Traeger Pork & Poultry Rub.

• 3

  Insert the probe into the center of a pork chop, avoiding the bone. Place the pork chops directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and smoke until the internal temperature reaches 130℉, 30-40 minutes.

  180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

  130 ˚F / 54 ˚C

  00:35

  Super Smoke

• 4

  Remove the pork chops from the grill. Increase the grill temperature to 450°F (or 450°F, if available). Place a cast iron pan directly on the grill grates. Close the lid to preheat the grill and pan, about 10 minutes.

  450 ˚F / 232 ˚C

  00:10

• 5

  Add the butter, thyme, and rosemary to the hot cast iron pan. Place the pork chops in the pan and reinsert the probe. Sear until the internal temperature reaches 140°F and the pork chops are browned, 3-4 minutes per side.

  450 ˚F / 232 ˚C

  140 ˚F / 60 ˚C

  00:08

• 6

  Remove the pork chops from pan and let rest for 5 minutes before serving; the internal temperature will rise to a finished temperature of 145℉. Enjoy!