Pineapple Pork Chops
Pineapple pork chops are a breeze to make and unbelievably delicious. The seasoned pork chops are first seared then cooked in a simple sauce made of pineapples, honey, soy sauce, and garlic. The pineapples become caramelized and the chops are super tender. You'll LOVE it!
These tasty pork chops are best served with a side of rice and some sautéed bok choy or garlic butter snap peas. And if you love easy pork recipes, also check out our pineapple pork stir fry recipe!
Pineapple pork chops
In just 25-minutes, your dinner dreams can come true. In this recipe you'll find heaps of deliciously sweet and caramelized pineapple smothered over tender, juicy pork chops. It's a tried and true family-friendly recipe that's a staple around here. When you need to get a meal that everyone will love on the table quickly, this is your recipe!
How to cook pork chops with pineapple
This is a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for a weeknight meal. Here's how you'll make it:
- Season and sear the pork chops.
- After you put the pork chops into the pan, mix the pineapple tidbits with honey, soy sauce, and garlic.
- Now all that you have to do is pour the pineapple sauce over the chops and let it bubble away until the chops are cooked.
And just like that, dinner is ready!
Full recipe in the recipe card below.
Variations to try
- Dice the pork chops to make pineapple pork chop bites.
- Use fresh pineapple – and add ½ cup of pineapple juice.
- Add sautéed chunks of bell peppers, broccoli, red onions with the pineapple.
What to serve with these pork chops
This is a dinner that almost demands being served with rice. Both basmati rice or cauliflower rice make great choices. And here are a few veggie side dishes that go well with this recipe:
- Sautéed Bok Choy with Ginger and Garlic
- Garlic Butter Sugar Snap Peas Recipe
- Best Roasted Broccoli
- Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic
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Pineapple Pork Chops
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Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops
- 1 teaspoon EACH: garlic powder and onion powder
- ½ teaspoon EACH: salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 14 ounce can of unsweetened pineapple tidbits, juice and fruit
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce, gluten-free or coco aminos, as needed
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- Minced cilantro, to serve
Instructions
- Season the pork chops on both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.4 boneless pork chops, 1 teaspoon EACH: garlic powder and onion powder, ½ teaspoon EACH: salt and pepper
- Heat the oil in a large, non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes, or until golden on one side.1 tablespoon cooking oil
- While the chops are searing, add the pineapple tidbits, honey, soy sauce, and garlic to a medium-sized bowl.14 ounce can of unsweetened pineapple tidbits, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 3 cloves garlic
- Flip the chops over then pour the pineapple sauce into the pan. Continue to cook the pork chops until they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit and the pineapple sauce has reduced and thickened a little, about 10 minutes. If the pineapple sauce is getting too thick, add a splash of water.
- Serve the pineapple pork chops with a little cilantro over the top.
This is a dinner that almost demands being served with rice. Both basmati rice or cauliflower rice make great choices. And here are a few veggie side dishes that go well with this recipe:
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These were good I did need to add a tad of cornstarch and water to thicken sauce then the
Tee them under the broiler for 4mins they cam out nice and tender.. next time I will ad some brown sugar they were good felt like it was missing something so will try the brown sugar next time
Can I use bone in pork chops? And if so, do I need to add cooking time?
Yes you can! Bone in pork chops will take a few extra minutes to cook.
I made these last night and my kids have already asked me to make them again. They rarely do that when I make pork. This ones a keeper!
This recipe sounds delicious. Can it be made with bone in pork chops as well?
Yes! They’ll just take a few extra minutes to cook. 🙂
Winner!! My grandson took leftovers and hid them for snacking later. Love.
The flavors were outstanding. However the meat was very tough. I prefer overcooked meat to undercooked meat. Could I have let this stew a lot longer to let the meat break down?
Pork chops are quite lean so they don’t become more tender with longer cooking – they become tougher. I would suggest cooking it for less time next time. 🙂
This was totally delicious. I substituted brown sugar instead of honey.
I’m a private chef and I think my family would love this pork recipe. Gonna make it one night next week. Thank you for sharing ?.
Can I use fresh pineapple?
You can! Make sure to also add ½ cup of pineapple juice to the sauce. 🙂
I did this and used the residual juice from the bowl and added a little water. Worked great although, admittedly, the sauce didn’t thicken as it probably should have. Still a wonderful recipe and a total keeper!!! Thanks!