Description
Pineapple Pork Chops are a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that make for an unforgettable meal. This recipe features juicy, tender pork chops coated in a tangy pineapple sauce, perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to casual get-togethers. With just 20 minutes of cooking time, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also offers a burst of tropical flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Serve with rice or grilled veggies for a complete meal that appeals to all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless pork loin chops (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 (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pineapple juice, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, sea salt, ground ginger, garlic powder, and dried minced onions; mix well.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and sear the seasoned pork chops for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove chops and cover them with foil to keep warm.
- Pour the prepared sauce into the same skillet and bring it to a boil; reduce heat to medium.
- Return the pork chops to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for about 8 to 10 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of at least 145 degrees).
- Stir in pineapple tidbits just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg