Get ready to transport your dinner table to a Hawaiian paradise with these mouthwatering pork chops that promise to deliver an explosion of sweet and savory flavors in just 30 minutes! Imagine tender, juicy pork chops glazed with a tantalizing pineapple sauce that will have your family and friends begging for seconds. This quick and easy recipe is about to become your new weeknight dinner superhero, combining the perfect balance of island-inspired ingredients with simple cooking techniques that even novice chefs can master.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels to ensure proper seasoning and browning.
- Season both sides of the pork chops generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, pressing the seasonings into the meat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, and brown sugar to create the marinade, ensuring the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the oil is shimmering and hot.
- Carefully place the seasoned pork chops into the hot skillet, cooking for 4-5 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust.
- Pour the prepared pineapple juice mixture over the pork chops, reducing heat to medium-low.
- Simmer the pork chops in the sauce for an additional 5-7 minutes, occasionally spooning the sauce over the meat.
- Check the internal temperature of the pork chops with a meat thermometer - they should reach 145°F (63°C) for safe consumption.
- Remove the pork chops from the skillet and let them rest for 3-4 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Reduce the remaining sauce in the skillet until it thickens slightly, then pour over the pork chops before serving.
Tips
- Pat the pork chops completely dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown crust that seals in all the delicious flavors.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee perfectly cooked pork - 145°F is the magic number for juicy, safe-to-eat pork chops.
- Let the pork chops rest after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness and flavor.
- For an extra tropical touch, consider garnishing with fresh pineapple chunks or chopped green onions before serving.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with the pineapple juice mixture to help it reduce and create a more luxurious glaze.
- Choose bone-in pork chops for even more flavor, though boneless will work perfectly fine in this recipe.
- Don't rush the simmering process - letting the pork chops cook slowly in the sauce helps develop deep, rich flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 85mg
