Maple-Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops with Grilled Pineapple

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Thick-cut pork chops brushed with a sweet and smoky maple-bourbon glaze, paired with caramelized grilled pineapple slices. This american-inspired grilling ready in about 30 minutes pairs bone-in pork chops, pure maple syrup, bourbon whiskey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

★ 4.0 (14 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp bourbon whiskey, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to make the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Brush both sides of 4 bone-in pork chops with half of the maple-bourbon glaze and let them sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium heat, about 375°F. Lightly brush 1 medium pineapple, sliced into 1/2-inch rings, with 2 tbsp olive oil.
  4. Step 4: Place pork chops on the grill and cook for 5 minutes per side, brushing with remaining glaze once during cooking, until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  5. Step 5: At the same time, grill pineapple slices for about 3 minutes per side until caramelized and grill marks form.
  6. Step 6: Remove pork chops and pineapple from the grill and let the pork rest for 5 minutes before serving pineapple slices alongside.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops with Grilled Pineapple take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Maple-Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops with Grilled Pineapple?

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 bone-in pork chops from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops with Grilled Pineapple?

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 Maple-Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops with Grilled Pineapple 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 Maple-Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops with Grilled Pineapple?

American 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.

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