BBQ Pork & Roasted Potatoes

This is comfort food at its best — tender, juicy pork coated in sticky barbecue sauce paired with crispy roasted potatoes that soak up every bit of flavor. Simple ingredients, bold taste, and perfect for an easy, satisfying dinner.

Yield
4 servings

Ingredients

BBQ Pork
2 lb pork ribs, pork shoulder steaks, or thick pork chops
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp garlic powder
1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite)

Roasted Potatoes
1½ lb baby potatoes, halved
2 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp dried thyme or rosemary

Optional garnish: fresh parsley or thyme

Instructions

Roast the Potatoes
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Toss potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs.
Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Roast for 35–40 minutes, flipping once, until golden and crispy.

Cook the Pork
Lower oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
Season pork with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
Place pork in a baking dish and cover tightly with foil.
Bake for 1½–2 hours (depending on cut) until very tender.

Remove foil, brush generously with barbecue sauce, and return to oven uncovered.
Bake another 20–25 minutes, brushing once more, until sticky and caramelized.

Serve
Let pork rest 5–10 minutes, then serve alongside roasted potatoes. Spoon extra sauce over everything if desired.

Kitchen Tips

• Low and slow cooking keeps pork tender and juicy
• Use a smoky or slightly sweet BBQ sauce for best balance
• Baby potatoes crisp best when cut-side down
• Great with coleslaw or a simple green salad

Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 520, Protein 36g, Fat 30g, Carbs 32g, Fiber 4g, Sugars 14g, Sodium 780mg