Honey-Lime Whiskey Glazed Pork Chops with Grilled Pineapple

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

Juicy pork chops glazed with a honey-lime whiskey sauce paired with charred, sweet grilled pineapple for a tropical flair. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, whiskey, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 440 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 chops, about 1 inch thick bone-in pork chops
• 1/3 cup whiskey
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed lime juice
• 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 rings, fresh or canned pineapple rings
• 2 tablespoons chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/3 cup whiskey, 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Simmer for 5 minutes until reduced by half and syrupy. Remove from heat and set aside.
2. Step 2: Season 4 bone-in pork chops evenly with 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt and 1 teaspoon ground black pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Step 3: Sear pork chops for 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Brush generously with half of the whiskey glaze and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes per side, brushing with remaining glaze halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, grill 4 pineapple rings on a preheated grill or grill pan for 2-3 minutes per side until caramelized and charred marks appear.
5. Step 5: Plate pork chops topped with grilled pineapple and garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro for a bright finish.