Hawaiian Pork Chops

Transform your dinner routine with these irresistible Hawaiian Pork Chops, a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. This quick and easy recipe features succulent bone-in pork chops simmered in a mouthwatering pineapple-soy glaze, made with the natural sweetness of canned pineapple chunks, honey, and brown sugar, enhanced by a zing of fresh ginger and garlic. A simple cornstarch slurry brings the sauce to a glossy finish, making it ideal for draping over the pork chops and serving alongside steamed rice. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this tropical-inspired dish will transport your taste buds to paradise and add a touch of aloha to your table. Perfect for busy weeknights or a crowd-pleasing weekend meal!

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 cup pineapple chunks (canned in juice, not syrup)
• 0.5 cup pineapple juice (reserved from can)
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir well and set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, pour in the prepared pineapple juice mixture and bring to a simmer. Stir occasionally to ensure the sugar dissolves properly.

Step 5

Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and stir gently. Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, flipping the pork chops halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the skillet sauce to thicken it. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens to your liking.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired, and serve the pork chops with the pineapple sauce spooned over the top.

Step 9

Serve hot with steamed rice or a side of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1373 grams (1373.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2556

Total Fat 140.70g	180%
Saturated Fat 44.40g	222%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 544mg	181%
Sodium 4583mg	199%
Total Carbohydrate 112.90g	41%
Dietary Fiber 4.70g	17%
Total Sugars 92.10g
Protein 198.80g	398%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 182mg	14%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 3217mg	68%

*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: 50.4%

Protein: 31.6%

Carbs: 18.0%