Pineapple Grilled Pork Chops
Elevate your grilling game with these juicy Pineapple Grilled Pork Chops—a sweet and savory masterpiece perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners. Marinated in a tropical blend of pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger, these tender bone-in pork chops soak up bold flavors that are perfectly balanced with a hint of caramelized sweetness. Grilled to perfection alongside fresh pineapple rings, each bite delivers a smoky, luscious pairing that feels like a mini vacation for your taste buds. Ready in just 25 minutes cook time (plus marinating), this vibrant recipe is a quick and easy way to impress your guests. Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or coconut rice to complete this mouthwatering feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 pieces fresh pineapple rings
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Place the pork chops in a shallow dish or a large resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the pork chops, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the dish or seal the bag, and let the pork chops marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the pork chops from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Reserve the marinade for basting during cooking.
Place the pork chops on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Baste the chops with the reserved marinade during the grilling process for added flavor, but stop basting during the final 2 minutes to ensure the marinade fully cooks.
While the pork chops are grilling, place the pineapple rings on the grill as well. Cook them for 2-3 minutes per side until nicely marked and slightly caramelized.
Remove the pork chops and pineapple rings from the grill. Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Serve the grilled pork chops topped with the caramelized pineapple rings. Pair with your favorite sides for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2428 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.9 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.2 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 3970 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 111.2 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 84.3 g | ||
| Protein | 201.9 g | 404% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 3552 mg | 76% | |
*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.
