Pineapple Sticky Pork Chops

Get ready to elevate your dinner table with these irresistibly juicy Pineapple Sticky Pork Chops! This sweet-and-savory recipe combines perfectly seasoned bone-in pork chops with a luscious, tangy glaze made from pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and a hint of fresh ginger. Pan-seared to golden perfection and then simmered in a thick, sticky sauce with tender pineapple chunks, these pork chops are bursting with flavor in every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this impressive skillet dish is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Garnished with fresh cilantro, it’s a tropical-inspired delight that’s best served with steamed rice or roasted vegetables to soak up all that delicious sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 can (20 ounces) Canned pineapple chunks (in juice)
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork chops evenly on both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Set aside.

Step 2

Drain the canned pineapple, reserving the juice in a bowl. Set aside the pineapple chunks.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the reserved pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk this into the simmering sauce to thicken it. Allow the sauce to cook for another 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low. Pour the pineapple sauce over the pork chops, add the pineapple chunks, and cover the skillet. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, flipping the pork chops halfway through, until they are fully cooked and have reached an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Transfer the pork chops to plates, spoon the sticky pineapple sauce over the top, and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1003.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2288.0

Total Fat 140.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 544mg	0%
Sodium 3999.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 29.8g
Protein 196.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 151.8mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 2811.9mg	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: 56.8%

Protein: 35.2%

Carbs: 8.0%