Mom's Best Ever Pineapple Pork Chops

Juicy, flavorful, and irresistibly saucy, Mom's Best Ever Pineapple Pork Chops are a mouthwatering blend of savory and sweet that will transport your taste buds straight to tropical bliss. These tender, bone-in pork chops are seared to golden perfection and simmered in a luscious pineapple-soy glaze infused with garlic and brown sugar for layers of rich flavor. Topped with caramelized pineapple slices and garnished with fresh green onions, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, this satisfying dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or roasted vegetables, making it a crowd-pleasing favorite that’s sure to become a staple in your home. Keywords: pineapple pork chops, sweet and savory pork chops, weeknight dinner recipe, easy pork chops recipe, tropical pork chops.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops (approximately 1-inch thick)
• 1 can (20 oz) canned pineapple slices (in 100% juice)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

Step 2

Drain the pineapple slices, reserving the juice in a small bowl. Set the slices aside for later use.

Step 3

In the reserved pineapple juice, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the pork chops and set aside on a plate.

Step 5

In the same skillet, pour the pineapple juice mixture and bring it to a simmer. Scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to deglaze and lift any browned bits.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium and return the pork chops to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chops. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the pork chops cook for 10-12 minutes, until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 7

While the pork chops are cooking, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry.

Step 8

Once the pork chops are cooked through, remove them from the skillet and set them aside to rest. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce in the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the sauce thickens.

Step 9

Place the pineapple slices in the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, until warmed through and slightly caramelized.

Step 10

Serve the pork chops on plates, topped with the thickened sauce and a pineapple slice. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1603.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1864.8

Total Fat 104.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 340.0mg	0%
Sodium 2606.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 102.8g
Protein 114.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 157.8mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 2546.9mg	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: 50.1%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 25.5%