By Becky Hardin
Updated Jul 17, 2025
This pork dry rub is a simple mix of herbs and spices that creates the perfect flavor for any of your pork recipes. When I developed this recipe with my mom in 2015, we never knew how much we would use it over the years. This Pork Chop Seasoning can be used for pork chops, pork ribs, pork tenderloin, pork roast, pork shoulder, and more. It’s deliciously savory and unique, with hints of spice and sweetness to balance things out. I always keep some in my spice cabinet for quick cooking!
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“I’ve been using this recipe for over a year. My husband brags to other people how great my pork is and calls it my “famous” pork chop rub😂. It’s delicious!” -Gena
Easy Pork Chop Seasoning
All you need for this pork rub recipe is a handful of herbs and spices, most of which you’ll probably already have in your spice cabinet. I have come to love homemade spice mixes—they’re cost effective and honestly just taste so much better. This pork chop seasoning mix was created to bring out and complement the flavor of pork, so it’s a little bit sweet, but mostly savory.
I find the best way to apply rubs is to use your hands to firmly rub the seasoning directly onto the surface of the pork, coating all sides of each piece of meat. I like to let the meat sit for a while so the seasoning can sink in. In some cases, 15 minutes is enough, but I recommend letting it sit for 2 hours or even overnight (in the refrigerator) to really let it absorb.
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- ▢ ½ cup brown sugar firmly packed
- ▢ 2 tbsp chili powder
- ▢ 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- ▢ 2 tsp cumin
- ▢ 1 tsp garlic powder
- ▢ 1 tsp onion powder
- ▢ 2 tsp dried thyme
- ▢ 1 tsp dried oregano
- ▢ 2 tsp ground mustard
- ▢ 2 tsp kosher salt
- ▢ 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground
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Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients together and keep in an airtight container. ½ cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp chili powder, 2 tbsp smoked paprika, 2 tsp cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 2 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried oregano, 2 tsp ground mustard, 2 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp black pepper
- When ready to use, sprinkle the meat with a liberal amount of the seasoning and rub it in. Be sure to cover the entire surface. Allow the meat to rest at least 2 hours in the fridge (or overnight). Cook the meat as desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Pork Chop Seasoning Step by Step
Combine ingredients : Whisk ½ cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp chili powder, 2 tbsp smoked paprika, 2 tsp cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 2 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried oregano, 2 tsp ground mustard, 2 tsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp black pepper together in a bowl.
Store and enjoy: Transfer to an airtight container and use as you wish.
How to Store
You can mix this pork seasoning blend as you need it, then store extra. Or you can make it ahead of time so it’s ready to grab and use any time you cook pork.
Store it in a resealable bag or airtight container (like a spice jar), and keep it in your pantry or spice cabinet. Use it within 3 months for best potency.
Serving Suggestions
This delicious mix of herbs and spices is perfect for any kind of pork. Of course, it’s great for chops, so I like to use it when making air fryer pork chops , baked and breaded pork chops , or in the summer, I use it on grilled pork chops .
It tastes amazing with chicken as well, so try it next time you grill chicken breasts .
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Pork Chop Seasoning (Dry Rub for Pork, Chicken, Ribs, and more)
Ingredients
- ½ cup brown sugar firmly packed
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tsp ground mustard
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients together and keep in an airtight container. ½ cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp chili powder, 2 tbsp smoked paprika, 2 tsp cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 2 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried oregano, 2 tsp ground mustard, 2 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp black pepper
- When ready to use, sprinkle the meat with a liberal amount of the seasoning and rub it in. Be sure to cover the entire surface. Allow the meat to rest at least 2 hours in the fridge (or overnight). Cook the meat as desired. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
