{"id":1842892,"date":"2023-01-12T10:31:59","date_gmt":"2023-01-12T10:31:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/skillet-pork-chops-in-pineapple-soy-sauce\/"},"modified":"2024-10-07T02:48:28","modified_gmt":"2024-10-07T07:48:28","slug":"skillet-pork-chops-in-pineapple-soy-sauce","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/skillet-pork-chops-in-pineapple-soy-sauce\/","title":{"rendered":"Pineapple Pork Chops"},"content":{"rendered":"
Sweet, savory and kid-approved? These pineapple pork chops are infused with a tangy and savory sauce that upgrades typical weeknight meals without requiring a ton of prep, grocery shopping or time. And that sauce? It tastes like your favorite takeout<\/a> but will be at your door far faster than delivery.<\/p>\n Between prep and cooking you’ll have these pork chops with pineapple on the table in 3o minutes.<\/p>\n Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Cook the pork chops until a thermometer reads 145\u00b0F, about six to eight minutes on each side. Remove the pork from the pan and reserve the drippings.<\/p>\n In the same pan, saute the shallots in the drippings until they’re lightly browned. Whisk together the pineapple preserves, soy sauce and Dijon. Add this mixture to the pan. Bring this to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until it is slightly thickened, which should take about five minutes.<\/p>\n Add the pork chops back to the pan and turn to coat. Sprinkle with sliced green onion.<\/p>\n Let these pineapple pork chops cool after cooking, and you can then store them in the fridge for up to three days. We recommend reheating on the stove.<\/p>\n Most certainly. Once the pork chops have cool, store them in a freezer-safe container for up to one month.<\/p>\n Temperature is the main culprit behind a dry pork chop. Use a meat thermometer<\/a> to make sure it doesn’t get above an internal temperature of 145\u00b0.<\/p>\n Yes. Sub in tamari<\/a> for the soy sauce and you should be good to go. You can also use coconut aminos, although this tastes more similar to teriyaki sauce.<\/p>\n There are a wide variety of options to serve, including roasted Brussels sprouts<\/a>, steamed broccoli or a quinoa salad<\/a> loaded with fresh produce. Don’t forget a side of rice or roasted red potatoes<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" What tastes like takeout but is ready even faster? 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I had to use peach preserves because that is what I had on hand. I think any preserve would work for this recipe. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-10-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Rebecca967"},"reviewBody":" This is one of the best (and easiest) pork chop recipes! Not too sweet, not too salty. If you have trouble finding pineapple preserves, you can use mango or peach. This is definitely a keeper! <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-11-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dlynsmith9"},"reviewBody":" I love Chinese food, and this recipe was so easy. I loved the salty sweet taste of the pork. I served rice with it, and the soy\/pineapple sauce was fantastic on it. I will be making this again.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-03-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Judy358"},"reviewBody":" I actually tried this recipe with chicken, just because I had chicken thawed for supper and wanted to try it. It was delicious! I'll be making this many more times.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-08-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Punkyjoe81"},"reviewBody":" Excellent recipe! The whole family loved it. I used onions because I didn't have shallots (it still tasted great!) Super fast and easy - we'll be making this again!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-10-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Kristine019"},"reviewBody":" My whole family loved this recipe. Even my picky eaters! Delicious and added it to my weekly rotation. Thank you! <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-07-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"conservativegranny"},"reviewBody":" These chops were excellent and had a great flavor. Will be making them again. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-06-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"KristineChayes576"},"reviewBody":" Easy and delicious! The sauce made the pork chops moist and flavorful. My husband loved them, so I will be making these again!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2025-01-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jim569"},"reviewBody":" This was very tasty! Even my picky eater liked it. I prepared it in a cast iron skillet. Everything went together easily, just as written in the recipe. I served it with side dishes of rice and broccoli florets. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Cook the pork<\/h3>\n
Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Step 2: Make the sauce<\/h3>\n
Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Step 3: Combine the pork and sauce<\/h3>\n
Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Pineapple Pork Chops Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Pineapple Pork Chops<\/h2>\n
Can you freeze pineapple pork chops?<\/h3>\n
Pineapple Pork Chops Tips<\/h2>\n
Kristina V\u00e4nni for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
How do I keep my pork chops from going dry?<\/h3>\n
Can you make this pineapple pork chop recipe gluten-free?<\/h3>\n
What are some healthy sides to serve with pork chops and pineapple?<\/h3>\n