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Pineapple Pork Chops

Juicy Pineapple Pork Chops: A Sweet-Savory Skillet Delight

Deliciously tender pineapple pork chops cooked in a sweet-savory sauce, perfect for a quick dinner option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American, Tropical
Servings 4 chops
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Pork Chops

  • 4 pieces Boneless Pork Chops trimmed to medium thickness
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt fine-grain preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper freshly cracked for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder ensure even coverage for taste

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for skillet searing
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter for richness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves freshly peeled and crushed
  • 1 medium White Onion sliced thinly
  • 1 cup Pineapple Juice opt for unsweetened
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch for thickening sauce
  • 1 cup Fresh Pineapple Chunks cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon Honey adjust to taste

For Garnishing

  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro sprinkle before serving
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions sliced thinly

Serving Suggestion

  • 2 cups Cooked Rice or Quinoa to soak up the sauce

Instructions
 

Recipe Steps

  • Season the Pork: Liberally sprinkle both sides of the boneless pork chops with sea salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and crushed garlic, sautéing for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Sear the Pork: Add the seasoned pork chops to the skillet. Sear one side for 4-5 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for an additional 4 minutes.
  • Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine pineapple juice and cornstarch. Pour into the skillet with sautéed onions and garlic, adding unsalted butter. Stir until the sauce thickens.
  • Coat and Cook: Fold in fresh pineapple chunks, using a spoon to coat the pork chops with sauce. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, ensuring the pork remains juicy.
  • Finish with Honey: Stir in honey to sweeten the sauce. Let the pork rest briefly before serving.

Notes

For best results, allow the pork to rest after cooking to retain juiciness. Garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions for added flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chopCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Easy Dinner, Pineapple Pork Chops, pork chop recipe, quick meal, skillet pork chops, tropical recipe
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