Easy Sweet and Sour Pork Chops

Transform dinner into a flavorful feast with these Easy Sweet and Sour Pork Chops, a delightful recipe that balances tangy, sweet, and savory flavors effortlessly. Perfectly seared bone-in pork chops are bathed in a luscious homemade sauce made from ketchup, white vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and pineapple juice for an irresistibly zesty glaze. Tossed with sautéed green bell peppers, onions, and optional pineapple chunks, this dish delivers vibrant color and a satisfying crunch with every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy meal is ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve these juicy pork chops over fluffy white rice or alongside steamed vegetables for a mouthwatering combination your family will love. Keywords: easy pork chop recipes, sweet and sour sauce, quick dinner ideas, one-skillet meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup white vinegar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 0.25 cup pineapple juice
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons water
• 0.5 cup pineapple chunks (optional)
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium white onion, diced

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, white vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and pineapple juice to make the sweet and sour sauce.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 6

Using the same skillet, sauté the green bell pepper and white onion for 2-3 minutes, or until softened.

Step 7

Optional: Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.

Step 8

Return the pork chops to the skillet and pour the sweet and sour sauce over them.

Step 9

Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the pork chops are fully cooked and tender.

Step 10

Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 11

Serve the sweet and sour pork chops warm with rice or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1583.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2553.5

Total Fat 138.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 544mg	0%
Sodium 4503.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 117.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 85.7g
Protein 198.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 207.8mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 3353.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.8%

Protein: 31.6%

Carbs: 18.6%