An easy sweet-and-savory dinner made with pork chops, pineapple, and barbecue sauce. This simple recipe combines juicy pork chops with sweet pineapple and a delicious savory sauce, requiring only three main ingredients.
Prep time5 minutes
Cook time25–35 minutes
Total timeApproximately 30–40 minutes
Servings4 servings
CourseMain course
CuisineAmerican-inspired
Equipment
- Baking dish (approximately 9 x 13 inches)
- Meat thermometer
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops (boneless or bone-in)
- 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple slices or chunks in juice
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Arrange pork chops in a single layer.
- Add pineapple slices or chunks over and around the pork.
- Pour barbecue sauce over everything.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake for approximately 25–35 minutes, depending on thickness.
- Remove foil near the end if you want a thicker glaze.
- Check that the pork reaches 145°F (63°C) internally.
- Rest for 3 minutes before serving with pineapple sauce.
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Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork chops reach 145°F (63°C) to prevent overcooking. Optional additions include garlic powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, sliced onions, or bell peppers. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for 3–4 days or frozen for 2–3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 340 kcal · Protein: 33 g · Carbohydrates: 24 g · Fat: 12 g · Saturated fat: 4 g · Sugar: 20 g · Sodium: 650 mg
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