Simple Savory Sweet and Sour Pork Chops

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these Simple Savory Sweet and Sour Pork Chops, a delightful balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors all in one dish. With bone-in pork chops seared to golden perfection and simmered in a luscious homemade sweet and sour sauce made from pantry staples like ketchup, soy sauce, cider vinegar, and pineapple juice, this recipe is as easy as it is satisfying. A quick cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce reaches the perfect silky consistency to coat each chop beautifully. Ready in just 45 minutes, this meal pairs perfectly with steamed rice or mashed potatoes and a side of crisp vegetables. Garnish with freshly chopped green onions for an optional burst of freshness, and enjoy a restaurant-quality dish from the comfort of your home.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup ketchup
• 0.25 cup cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 0.33 cup brown sugar
• 0.25 cup pineapple juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 stalks green onions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Dredge the seasoned pork chops in flour, ensuring an even coating. Shake off any excess flour.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops and set aside on a plate.

Step 4

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium, and stir together ketchup, cider vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, and garlic powder. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry. Gradually pour the slurry into the sauce, whisking constantly, until it thickens slightly.

Step 6

Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the chops. Cover the skillet with a lid and let simmer for 20 minutes, flipping the chops halfway through, to ensure they are fully cooked and tender.

Step 7

Check that the pork chops have reached an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) using a meat thermometer.

Step 8

Serve the pork chops hot, drizzled with extra sauce from the skillet. Optionally, garnish with chopped green onions.

Step 9

Pair with steamed rice or mashed potatoes and a side of vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1466.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3019.9

Total Fat 139.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 544mg	0%
Sodium 5000.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 218.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 98.3g
Protein 208.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 213.3mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 3123.5mg	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: 42.4%

Protein: 28.1%

Carbs: 29.5%