Sweet N Sour Pork Chops
Transform your dinner table into a flavor-packed feast with these Sweet N Sour Pork Chops! Juicy, tender pork chops are beautifully seasoned with a savory blend of garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then seared to golden perfection. The real magic happens with the luscious sweet and tangy sauce, made from a mouthwatering combination of ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce, complemented by juicy pineapple chunks for an irresistible tropical twist. Thickened to perfection with a quick cornstarch slurry, this vibrant sauce clings to every bite of pork, creating a dish that's both comforting and crave-worthy. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is an excellent choice for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties. Pair with fluffy white rice or steamed vegetables, and you’ve got a winning meal that’s sure to impress! Keywords: Sweet and sour pork chops, easy pork chop recipe, tangy pineapple sauce, quick weeknight dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (with juice)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Sear the pork chops for 3-4 minutes on each side, until browned and cooked through. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, pineapple chunks (with juice), and soy sauce. Stir to mix well.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and let it cook for 3-4 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
Return the pork chops to the skillet and spoon the sweet and sour sauce over them. Let them simmer in the sauce for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Serve the sweet and sour pork chops hot with rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1771 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.4 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.8 g | 159% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 3732 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.7 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.7 g | ||
| Protein | 102.7 g | 205% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1857 mg | 40% | |
*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.
