Description
Pineapple Pork Chops are a mouthwatering dish that beautifully marries the savory essence of pork with the refreshing sweetness of pineapple. Ideal for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings, this recipe is both quick to prepare and visually stunning on the plate. With only a handful of ingredients, you can create a flavorful meal that appeals to both kids and adults alike. The juicy, glazed pork chops topped with succulent pineapple bits are sure to impress your guests while offering a delightful tropical twist that brightens any table setting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless pork loin chops (about 1" thick)
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onions
- 1 cup pineapple tidbits
Instructions
- Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pineapple juice, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, sea salt, ginger, garlic powder, and minced onions; mix well.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove chops and cover them with foil to keep warm.
- Pour the sauce into the skillet to deglaze, bringing it to a boil before reducing heat to medium.
- Return pork chops to skillet and simmer in sauce for about 8-10 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of at least 145°F.
- Stir in the reserved pineapple tidbits before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop (170g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg