Hawaiian-Style Pineapple Pork Chops
Juicy pork chops glazed with a sweet teriyaki-pineapple sauce, grilled to perfection with a caramelized crust. This hawaiian-inspired grilling ready in about 55 minutes pairs bone-in rib chops (1.5 lbs) pork chops, teriyaki sauce, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 4 bone-in rib chops (1.5 lbs) pork chops
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (1/2 pineapple) pineapple
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 small, juiced lemon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Combine teriyaki sauce, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Marinate pork chops for 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high (400°F). Thread pineapple chunks and pork chops onto skewers, alternating for even cooking.
- Step 3: Grill skewers 6-8 minutes per side, brushing with remaining marinade midway. Rotate skewers for even charring.
- Step 4: Serve immediately, garnished with fresh mint if desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Hawaiian-Style Pineapple Pork Chops take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (25 min prep + 30 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 Pork Chops?
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 teriyaki sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Hawaiian-Style Pineapple Pork Chops?
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 Pork Chops for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Pork Chops?
Hawaiian 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
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
