Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Pork Chops with Pineapple, a dish that harmoniously blends savory and sweet flavors. This recipe symphony features three delectable variations, each offering a unique taste experience.
In the first movement, "Classic Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Pork Chops," simplicity takes center stage. Pork chops, adorned with crispy bacon and grilled to perfection, exude a timeless charm. The second variation, "Pineapple-Glazed Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Pork Chops," introduces a burst of tropical sweetness. A tangy pineapple glaze, infused with aromatic spices, transforms the pork chops into a symphony of flavors. Finally, the "Bacon-Wrapped Pork Chops with Sweet and Sour Sauce" delivers a harmonious balance of sweet and sour notes. A delectable blend of pineapple, brown sugar, and vinegar creates a vibrant sauce that complements the savory pork chops.
These three recipes are culinary masterpieces, inviting you to embark on a flavor adventure. Whether you prefer the classic simplicity of the original, the tropical allure of the pineapple glaze, or the dynamic equilibrium of the sweet and sour sauce, these Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Pork Chops with Pineapple promise an unforgettable dining experience.
BACON WRAPPED PINEAPPLE
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 2h5m
Yield 40 to 42 bites
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Line 2 baking sheets with foil, and set wire racks inside each. Spray racks with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cut the bacon strips in half crosswise. Tightly wrap a strip of bacon around each piece of pineapple and transfer to prepared racks seam-side down. Continue with remaining bacon and pineapple. Place in refrigerator for 20 minutes to chill.
- Preheat grill for cooking over indirect heat or an oven to 450 degrees F.
- Whisk together the honey, mustard, hot sauce and liquid smoke in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Put the baking sheets on the grill over indirect heat or in the oven (in batches if necessary) and cook until bacon starts to get crispy, carefully flipping bites once midway through cooking, 30 minutes per batch. Brush each bite with the honey mustard and let cook until bacon is crispy and glaze has caramelized, an additional 10 minutes.
GRILLED BACON WRAPPED PINEAPPLE
Grilling bacon-wrapped pineapple is a delicious marriage of sweet, smoky, and salty flavors. We've amped the flavor even more with a brush of spiced brown sugar maple glaze in this recipe. The bacon is slightly precooked before wrapping the pineapple chunks. This, and finishing to cook the bacon on a layer of foil, helps the...
Provided by Kitchen Crew
Categories Fruit Appetizers
Time 38m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Put maple syrup, butter, light brown sugar, and vanilla in a saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring until the butter has melted and it's smooth (only a few minutes). Then set aside.
- 2. Cook bacon until slightly browned but still soft.
- 3. Slice pineapple into 1/2 inch by 2-3 inch strips.
- 4. Wrap pineapple strips with partially cooked bacon and secure with one to two toothpicks.
- 5. Brush bacon-wrapped pineapple with the maple brown sugar glaze.
- 6. Place a sheet of foil on the grill with a folded lip. Heat on low, with the lid up, for a few minutes. Then spray with coconut cooking spray.
- 7. Place bacon-wrapped pineapple glazed side down on the foil. Brush the other side with more glaze. Grill for 3 to 4 minutes with lid up.
- 8. Carefully turn the pineapple over. Grill on the other side for 3-4 minutes or until crispy to your likeness.
- 9. Serve warm.
BACON WRAPPED PORK CHOPS WITH BBQ SAUCE
Absolutely delicious take on pork chops. The chops really benefit from the bacon, making them moist and flavorful. You can also do on the grill if you prefer.
Provided by Charmie777
Categories Pork
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 chops, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- On work surface layer slices of bacon side by side. Place each chop on 2 pieces of bacon (picture 2 slices of bacon as the upright part of an H, and the pork chop as the across section). Season with salt and pepper.
- Slather the chops with barbeque sauce. Flip the chops and slather the other side as well, until barbeque sauce is used up.
- Lay a sprig of rosemary on each chop (letting the ends hang over the edge, for easy removal before serving).
- Wrap bacon slices tightly around each chop.
- Prepare broiler pan (or any roasting pan with a rack), by spraying surface with cooking spray.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until a meat thermometer inserted in thickest part of the meat should register about 150°F
- Turn oven to broil and broil on each side until bacon is crisp.
- Let chops rest for a few minutes. Remove rosemary sprigs before serving.
- If desired, serve with additional warmed barbeque sauce.
- Note: To cook on grill, cook over direct heat for about 5 minutes per side, then transfer to indirect heat and continue cooking until internal temperature is 150°F (about 30 minutes).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.9, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 134.8, Sodium 486.8, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 8.1, Protein 41.7
PINEAPPLE GRILLED PORK CHOPS
These are a delightful and quick meal for the grill. I usually serve with a baked potato, but my daughter loves them with wild rice.
Provided by jhopkins
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 8h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix together the drained pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic powder together in a large plastic zipper bag, and smush the bag a few times with your hands to mix the marinade and dissolve the sugar. Place the pork chops into the marinade, squeeze out any air in the bag, seal it, and refrigerate overnight. Reserve the pineapple rings.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate.
- Remove the chops from the marinade, shaking off excess, and grill until browned, the meat is no longer pink inside, and the meat shows good grill marks, 5 to 8 minutes per side. Brush several times with marinade and let the marinade cook onto the surface of the meat. Discard excess marinade. While the meat is grilling, place 4 pineapple rings onto the grill, and allow to cook until hot and the slices show grill marks; serve the chops topped with the grilled pineapple rings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 124 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 40.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 999.5 mg, Sugar 23.7 g
GRILLED PORK CHOPS WITH PINEAPPLE
Let these chops marinate while you're at work. When you get home, you can have a hot meal ready in minutes! It's easy to see why this tasty Asian-flavored recipe is a hit with Barbara Lopshire of Holland, Michigan.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, lemon juice, brown sugar, chili sauce, garlic and reserved pineapple juice; add pork chops. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 2 hours., Drain and discard marinade. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill pork chops, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4-5 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving., Meanwhile, combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over both sides of pineapple rings. Grill for 1-2 minutes on each side or until browned. Serve with pork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 230mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose pork chops about 1 inch thick for even cooking.
- Use thick-cut bacon so it doesn't overcook while the pork chops cook.
- To easily slice the pineapple rings, use a sharp knife or a pineapple slicer.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the pork chops and pineapple rings in a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- To make sure the pork chops are cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that they have reached an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the pork chops rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Conclusion:
Grilled bacon-wrapped pork chops with pineapple is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The pork chops are juicy and flavorful, the bacon adds a smoky crunch, and the pineapple adds a sweet and tangy twist. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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