A delicious recipe for Brown Sugar-Pineapple Pork Chops that combines sweet and savory flavors for a delightful meal.
Author:Lorenzo Bonucci
Prep Time:1 hour
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 15 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Grilling or Skillet Cooking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
1 ½ pounds bone-in pork chops (about 4 chops)
1 cup fresh pineapple, diced (or canned pineapple, drained)
½ cup brown sugar, packed
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the diced pineapple, brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, ground ginger, and black pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
Place the pork chops in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the pork chops, ensuring they are well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for more flavor.
Preheat your grill or a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil.
Remove the pork chops from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Reserve the marinade for later use.
Grill the pork chops for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F. If using a skillet, cook for the same amount of time, flipping once.
While the pork chops are cooking, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil over medium heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Once the pork chops are cooked, remove them from the grill or skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle the thickened marinade over the chops before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
Substitute the pork chops with chicken breasts for a different protein option, adjusting the cooking time as needed.