Rum-Spiced Pineapple Glazed Pork Chops
Pan-seared pork chops glazed with a spiced rum and pineapple sauce, creating a sweet and savory dish with tropical flair. This caribbean-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs bone-in pork chops, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 (6 oz each) bone-in pork chops
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp for garnish chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pat dry 4 bone-in pork chops (6 oz each) and season both sides evenly with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp ground allspice.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 145°F). Remove chops and set aside on a warm plate.
- Step 3: Lower heat to medium and add 1 cup pineapple juice, 1/4 cup dark rum, 2 tbsp honey, and 2 cloves minced garlic to the skillet. Stir and cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce reduces and thickens to a glaze consistency that coats the back of a spoon.
- Step 4: Return the pork chops to the skillet and spoon the pineapple-rum glaze over them, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes to reheat and coat.
- Step 5: Transfer pork chops to serving plates, spoon extra glaze on top, and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Rum-Spiced Pineapple Glazed Pork Chops take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 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 Rum-Spiced Pineapple Glazed 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 bone-in pork chops from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Rum-Spiced Pineapple Glazed 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 Rum-Spiced Pineapple Glazed 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 Rum-Spiced Pineapple Glazed Pork Chops?
Caribbean pork 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.
