Hawaiian Pork Chops Weight Watchers
Transform your weeknight dinner with these flavorful Hawaiian Pork Chops, a Weight Watchers-friendly recipe that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Featuring tender boneless pork chops simmered in a tangy-sweet glaze made from pineapple juice, low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and aromatic spices, this dish delivers a tropical twist without compromising your health goals. Each pork chop is topped with a juicy pineapple ring for a burst of natural sweetness, while a garnish of fresh scallions adds a pop of color and zesty bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this skillet recipe is perfect for busy evenings and pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or brown rice. Low in points but big on flavor, these juicy Hawaiian Pork Chops will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 4-5 oz each) boneless pork chops
- 4 pieces pineapple rings (canned, in juice, not syrup)
- 1 cup pineapple juice (reserved from the can)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional, for searing)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons water
- 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and ground ginger. Set the mixture aside.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. If desired, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil to the skillet.
Season the pork chops lightly with salt and pepper, then sear them in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set them aside.
In the same skillet, pour in the pineapple juice mixture. Bring the sauce to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, along with the pineapple rings. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and let simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the skillet sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
Plate the pork chops and spoon the thickened sauce over them. Top each pork chop with a pineapple ring.
Garnish with chopped scallions if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 56.1 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 293 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 1244 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 120.6 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 96.6 g | ||
| Protein | 109.4 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2522 mg | 54% | |
*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.
