Name: Pineapple Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons Oil; 4 Pork Chops; 1 tsp Chili Powder; 0.25 tsp Salt and Pepper; 13.5 ounces Pineapple Tidbits; 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar; 1 tbsp Garlic; 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce

My Pineapple Pork Chops bring a tropical twist to a classic comfort dish. The combination of tender, seared pork and caramelized pineapple creates a perfect balance of flavors, enhanced by a tangy glaze that ties it all together. This flavorful meal comes together in less than 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining.

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30 m

American

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Pineapple Pork Chops

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Ingredients

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Instructions

Place oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Season the pork chops with the chili powder, salt and pepper, then add to the hot oil.

Cook the pork chops for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden and the pork chops release easily from the pan.

Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the pineapple tidbits, brown sugar, garlic and soy sauce.

Add the pineapple mixture to the pan and increase heat to medium-high until sauce begins to simmer.

Reduce heat to medium-low and cover with a lid. Continue cooking for about 10 minutes until the liquid is thickened to your liking and reduced by at least half.

Serve the pineapple pork chops topped with the pan sauce.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Choose the Right Pork Chop Thickness 🥩
Select pork chops that are 1-1.5 inches thick to ensure a golden sear on the exterior while keeping the interior juicy and tender, preventing overcooking during the quick 30-minute cooking window.
Caramelize Your Pineapple Separately 🍍
Drain the pineapple tidbits and quickly sear them in a hot pan before adding to the glaze to develop deep caramelization and concentrate their natural sweetness for a more complex flavor.
Balance Your Glaze with Acid 🍋
Reserve a tablespoon of pineapple juice or add a splash of rice vinegar to your glaze to cut through the sweetness and prevent the sauce from becoming cloying, creating perfect harmony with the soy sauce umami.
Dry Your Meat Before Searing 💧
Pat the pork chops completely dry with paper towels before cooking to ensure proper browning and crust formation, which is essential for achieving that restaurant-quality caramelized exterior.
Brush Glaze at the Right Moment ⏱️
Add your pineapple glaze only in the final 3-4 minutes of cooking to prevent the sugars from burning while allowing them to set into a glossy, sticky coating that clings beautifully to the meat.