Hawaiian-Style Pineapple Glazed Pork Chops with Teriyaki
Grilled pork chops basted with a sweet-tangy pineapple-teriyaki glaze, finished with fresh pineapple slices for a tropical twist. This asian-inspired grilling ready in about 27 minutes pairs pork chops, pineapple juice, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz pork chops
- 3 tbsp pineapple juice
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 cup, sliced fresh pineapple
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F). Pat pork chops dry and brush with 1 tsp sesame oil, then season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic until sugar dissolves.
- Step 3: Grill pork chops for 5-6 minutes per side, brushing with half the sauce during cooking, until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Step 4: Brush remaining sauce onto chops and top with fresh pineapple slices. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Hawaiian-Style Pineapple Glazed Pork Chops with Teriyaki take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Hawaiian-Style Pineapple Glazed Pork Chops with Teriyaki?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork chops from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Hawaiian-Style Pineapple Glazed Pork Chops with Teriyaki?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Hawaiian-Style Pineapple Glazed Pork Chops with Teriyaki for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Hawaiian-Style Pineapple Glazed Pork Chops with Teriyaki?
Asian grilling like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
