Bring tropical flavor to the table with these Sticky Baked Pineapple Pork Chops—juicy, seared pork chops smothered in a sweet and tangy pineapple-soy glaze, baked to perfection, and topped with caramelized pineapple rings. A quick and flavorful weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
4 boneless or bone-in pork chops
1 can pineapple rings (reserve 1/2 cup of the juice)
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for slurry)
Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Salt and pepper to taste
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season & Sear Pork Chops:
Pat pork chops dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear chops for 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Remove from heat and set aside.
Make the Pineapple Glaze:
In a small saucepan, combine reserved ½ cup pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring, until thickened and glossy (about 2–3 minutes).
Assemble & Bake:
Arrange seared pork chops in a baking dish. Spoon glaze over each chop and top with a pineapple ring.
Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Serve:
Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro. Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
For extra caramelization, broil for the last 2 minutes of baking.
Use fresh pineapple if preferred—just adjust juice quantity as needed.
This dish pairs beautifully with jasmine rice or garlic green beans.
Find it online: https://yumfoodusa.com/sticky-baked-pineapple-pork-chops/