Southwestern Pineapple Pork Chops Recipes

PINEAPPLE PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Season the pork chops on both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
• Heat the oil in a large, non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes, or until golden on one side.
• While the chops are searing, add the pineapple tidbits, honey, soy sauce, and garlic to a medium-sized bowl.
• Flip the chops over then pour the pineapple sauce into the pan. Continue to cook the pork chops until they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit and the pineapple sauce has reduced and thickened a little, about 10 minutes. If the pineapple sauce is getting too thick, add a splash of water.
• Serve the pineapple pork chops with a little cilantro over the top.

SOUTHWESTERN PINEAPPLE PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• 1. Sprinkle pork chops with pepper blend.
• 2. In a large skillet, brown chops in oil. Remove and keep warm.
• 3. In the same skillet, combine pineapple and salsa. Bring to a boil.
• 4. Return chops to the pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender.

PINEAPPLE-DIJON PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Sprinkle pork chops with seasoned salt. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown pork chops on both sides., In a small bowl, mix preserves, chardonnay and mustard; add to pan. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 5-7 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 145°. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

SOUTHWESTERN PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, saute onion in 1 tablespoon oil for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the tomatoes, beans, broth, chili powder, oregano, cumin and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through. , Meanwhile, in another skillet, brown pork chops on both sides in remaining oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Pour tomato mixture over chops. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Using a slotted spoon, serve over rice. Sprinkle with cilantro if desired. Freeze option: Cool pork chop mixture. Freeze in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet until a thermometer inserted in pork reads 165°, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary. Serve as directed.