Jerk-Spiced Grilled Pork Chops with Pineapple Salsa

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Tender grilled pork chops rubbed with aromatic jerk spices, topped with a fresh and zesty pineapple salsa that balances heat with sweetness. This Caribbean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, jerk seasoning, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 360 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 360 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rub 4 bone-in pork chops (6 oz each) evenly with 2 tbsp jerk seasoning and 1 tsp salt. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 2 tbsp olive oil on grill grates to prevent sticking.
  3. Step 3: Grill pork chops for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 145°F and chops have a nice char.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, combine 1 cup diced fresh pineapple, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1 small seeded and minced jalapeño, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 2 tbsp lime juice in a bowl. Season with 1/2 tsp black pepper and mix well.
  5. Step 5: Remove pork chops from grill and let rest 5 minutes. Serve topped generously with pineapple salsa.

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