Best 9 Pork Chops With Pineapple Salsa Recipes

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**Pork Chops with Pineapple Salsa: A Flavorful Fusion of Sweet and Savory**

Pork chops, a versatile and succulent cut of meat, take center stage in this delectable dish, accompanied by a refreshing and tangy pineapple salsa. The pork chops are seasoned with a blend of aromatic herbs and spices, enhancing their natural flavor. Grilled to perfection, they develop a beautiful char and juicy interior. The pineapple salsa, a vibrant medley of sweet pineapple, zesty red onion, and fresh cilantro, adds a burst of tropical flavor to complement the savory pork chops. This dish promises a harmonious balance of sweet, sour, and savory notes, making it a perfect choice for a delightful meal.

**Additional Recipes to Explore:**

- **Pineapple Salsa:** This vibrant salsa is a delightful accompaniment to grilled meats, fish, or tacos. With its sweet and tangy flavor, it adds a refreshing touch to any dish.

- **Grilled Pork Chops:** Succulent pork chops, seasoned with a flavorful blend of herbs and spices, are grilled to perfection. The result is a juicy and savory dish that can be paired with a variety of sides.

- **Pork Chops with Apricot Glaze:** Apricots and pork chops come together in this delectable dish. The pork chops are glazed with a sweet and tangy apricot sauce, creating a flavorful and juicy meal.

- **Sheet Pan Pork Chops and Vegetables:** This convenient one-pan meal features tender pork chops nestled amidst a colorful array of roasted vegetables. It's a healthy and flavorful dish that's easy to prepare.

- **Pork Chops with Applesauce:** Pork chops and applesauce is a classic combination that delivers comfort and flavor. The sweet and tangy applesauce complements the savory pork chops perfectly.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PORK WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA



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Not only odes this easy entree taste awesome, but it's good for you, too. A little brown sugar, ground ginger and Dijon mustard help give the moist tenderloin its incredible flavor, and the tangy salsa can be made in no time. -Nicole Pickett Oro Valley, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple tidbits
1 pork tenderloin (1-1/4 pounds)
3 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/3 cup finely chopped sweet red or green pepper
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice. Set aside 1 cup of pineapple (save remaining pineapple for another use). Place the pork on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Combine 2 tablespoons brown sugar, mustard, paprika and ginger. Spread half over the pork. , Bake, uncovered at 450° for 15 minutes. Spread with remaining brown sugar mixture. Bake 15-20 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160°, Meanwhile, for salsa, in a small bowl, combine the red pepper, onions, pepper flakes if desired, remaining brown sugar, reserved pineapple and juice. Let pork stand for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

COCONUT-CRUSTED PORK CHOPS WITH WARM PINEAPPLE SALSA



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 ripe pineapple, skin removed, diced
1 Fresno chile, finely chopped
1/2 red onion, diced
1 tablespoon guava jelly
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
Sriracha, for drizzling, optional
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
2 scallions, thinly sliced
2 boneless pork loin chops, pounded 1/2-inch thick
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 eggs, whisked together
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
1 teaspoon five-spice powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper
Canola oil, for frying
1/2 cup candied macadamia nuts, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the salsa: Heat the oil in a medium saute pan over medium heat. Saute the pineapple, Fresno chile and red onion until tender and the juices have been released, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the guava jelly, soy sauce, ginger and garlic; stir together and cook for 1 minute. Add a drizzle of sriracha if desired. Stir in the cilantro and scallions.
  • For the pork chops: Set up a dredging station with three separate bowls: one with the flour, another with the beaten eggs and soy sauce, and the last with the breadcrumbs, coconut flakes, five-spice powder, garlic powder and some salt and pepper.
  • Dip the pork chops in the flour, then the egg and then in the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Heat 1 inch of oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Shallow fry the dredged pork chops until golden brown, then flip and cook to an internal temperature of 145 degrees F. Remove the pork chops from the pan and set aside to rest for 5 minutes.
  • Serve the pork chops with salsa on top and macadamia nuts as garnish.

PORK CHOP WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA



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Let some sunshine into your weeknight with skillet-seared pork and a spicy tropical topping.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup pineapple chunks
1/2 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 to 1 jalapeno chile (ribs and seeds removed, for less heat), thinly sliced
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, such as safflower
1 bone-in pork loin chop (8 to 10 ounces)
1 teaspoon all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine pineapple, onion, jalapeno, honey, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper; set salsa aside.
  • In a skillet, heat oil over medium. Season pork with salt and pepper; dust with flour. Cook until browned on both sides and opaque throughout, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Serve pork topped with pineapple salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503 g, Fat 23 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 34 g

GRILLED PORK CHOPS WITH SPICY ZUCCHINI-PINEAPPLE SALSA



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     main-dish

Time 9h35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Four 1-inch-thick bone-in pork chops (8 to 10 ounces each)
Base Brine, recipe follows
2/3 cup small-diced pineapple
2/3 cup small-diced zucchini
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon chardonnay or white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon finely chopped shallots
1 teaspoon finely minced jalapenos
1/4 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup kosher salt
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1 sprig fresh thyme
1 sprig fresh rosemary
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Place the pork chops into a glass baking dish or bowl and pour the chilled Base Brine over top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
  • About an hour before serving, make the salsa. Combine the pineapple, zucchini, mint, olive oil, chardonnay, shallots, jalapenos, ginger and some salt and pepper in a mixing bowl. Let marinate 1 hour. (This is best if allowed to marinate for 1 hour, but you can also serve it straight away if necessary.)
  • When ready to cook the pork, prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Remove the pork chops from the brine, pat dry and allow to sit out while the grill is preheating.
  • Season the pork chops on all sides with salt and pepper. Place onto the hot grill and cook until the internal temperature registers 145 degrees F on a meat thermometer, 7 to 8 minutes per side for medium. Allow the pork chops to rest for 5 minutes before serving topped with the salsa.
  • Combine the brown sugar, salt, peppercorns, garlic, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf and 8 cups (2 quarts) water in a large stockpot and heat just to dissolve the salt and sugar. Chill thoroughly before using.

PORK CHOPS WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup medium- or long-grain white rice
1 pineapple, peeled, quartered lengthwise and cored
1 tablespoon minced peeled ginger
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce, plus a splash for the salsa
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1 bunch scallions
4 bone-in pork sirloin chops (1/2 inch thick; about 1 3/4 pounds)
Pinch of red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Combine the rice and 1 2/3 cups water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to low and cook until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand until ready to serve.
  • Meanwhile, cut off a 2-inch piece of the pineapple and grate it on the coarse holes of a box grater into a large bowl. Stir in the ginger, vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce and 1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder. Add the scallions and pork chops and turn to coat; let marinate at room temperature, 10 minutes. Rub the remaining pineapple with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon five-spice powder.
  • Preheat a grill to medium high. Grill the pork chops until just cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Grill the scallions and pineapple, turning occasionally, until charred, about 3 minutes.
  • Roughly chop the pineapple and scallions and transfer to a bowl. Add the red pepper flakes and a splash of soy sauce and toss. Serve the pork chops with the pineapple salsa and rice.
  • Photograph by Justin Walker

MARINATED PORK CHOP WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 teaspoon lime zest
2 limes, juiced
1 tablespoon honey
1 small shallot, chopped
1 jalapeno, chopped and seeds removed
1 garlic clove, chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt
1/2 pineapple, diced and cored, juices reserved
1 tomato, diced
1/2 red onion, minced
1/2 small jalapeno, diced
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro leaves
1 lime, juiced
Salt and pepper
4 bone-in, center-cut pork chops

Steps:

  • For the marinade:
  • Blend all the ingredients in a large bowl. Place in a resealable plastic bag and add the pork chops. Marinate in the refrigerator for up to 3 hours.
  • For the salsa:
  • Mix all the salsa ingredients in a medium bowl. Taste for seasoning. Set aside for 10 minutes for flavors to meld.
  • Preheat grill to medium heat.
  • Remove chops from marinade. Grill for 5 minutes per side for a medium rare and 8 minutes for medium. Remove chops from grill and let rest 10 minutes before slicing. Spoon the salsa on top.

CHILI-RUBBED PORK CHOPS WITH GRILLED PINEAPPLE SALSA



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Provided by Food Network

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 pork bone-in rib chops, about 3/4-inch thick, trimmed
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pineapple Salsa*:
3 slices pineapple, cut crosswise about 1/2-inch thick, trimmed OR 3 slices canned pineapple, drained
1 jalapeno pepper, halved lengthwise, seeds and veins removed
1 tablespoon lime juice
Salt, to taste
*Or substitute any store-purchased fruit salsa.

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine chili powder, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Sprinkle both sides of pork with spice mixture.
  • Prepare a grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill pork until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Grill pineapple (if using fresh) and jalapeno until lightly charred, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove chops from grill and let rest 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, dice pineapple and finely dice jalapeno. In a medium bowl, combine pineapple, jalapeno, and lime juice. Season to taste with salt.
  • Bell peppers or zucchini, cooked on the grill with the rest of the meal, would be an easy and flavorful side dish. Grill-warmed tortillas would be nice, too. You can also make the recipe using bone-in center rib chops or boneless chops. You can make the salsa with grilled peaches, nectarines or mangoes. If you like, add chopped onion or cilantro to the salsa. Likewise, feel free to play with the rub ingredients to make the mixture your own.

GRILLED PORK CHOPS WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA



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Categories     Onion     Pork     Quick & Easy     Pineapple     Hot Pepper     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 (1-inch-thick) bone-in rib pork chops (about 2 1/4 lb total)
1/2 pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch dice (1 1/4 cups)
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1 fresh serrano chile, minced, including seeds
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Prepare grill for cooking over direct heat with medium-hot charcoal (moderate heat for gas); see Grilling Procedure
  • Stir together oil, cumin, pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl, then rub all over pork chops, transferring chops as coated to a tray. Stir together pineapple, onion, chile, lime juice, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in another bowl.
  • Lightly oil grill rack and grill pork chops (covered only if using a gas grill), turning over once, until just cooked through, 6 to 9 minutes total. Transfer to a clean platter and let stand 5 minutes. Serve with pineapple salsa.

PORK CHOPS WITH PINEAPPLE SALSA



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I came across this recipe at my last trip to the hospital. It was paired with a five-lb. pork loin. Well, I couldn't see myself preparing all that, but I did have some chops in the freezer. So, I pulled them out and prepared the recipe. Different, but delicious!

Provided by Redneck Epicurean

Categories     Pork

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pork chops, 1 1/2-inch thick
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons oil
16 ounces of fresh salsa, drained
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
2 tablespoons diced jalapenos, drained if canned
2 teaspoons grated lime zest

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Mix together the salsa ingredients, cover and refrigerate.
  • Mix together the dry ingredients with the oil and rub onto the pork chops.
  • Line a baking dish with foil and spray the bottom. Place the pork chops in the dish and bake for 1-1 1/2 hrs or until the chops are done.
  • When serving, let stand for 10 minutes. Top with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.1, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 75, Sodium 1401.8, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 9.3, Protein 24.9

Tips:

  • Choose the right pork chops: Look for pork chops that are at least 1 inch thick and have a good amount of marbling. This will help ensure that the chops stay juicy and flavorful during cooking.
  • Season the pork chops well: Season the pork chops with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices before cooking. This will help enhance the flavor of the chops.
  • Cook the pork chops over medium heat: Cook the pork chops over medium heat so that they have time to cook through without drying out. If you cook the chops over high heat, they will likely burn on the outside before they are cooked through in the center.
  • Use a meat thermometer: To ensure that the pork chops are cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The chops should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the pork chops rest: After cooking, let the pork chops rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chops, making them more tender and flavorful.
  • Serve the pork chops with pineapple salsa: The pineapple salsa is a great way to add a sweet and tangy flavor to the pork chops. The salsa is also very easy to make and can be prepared in advance.

Conclusion:

Pork chops with pineapple salsa is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork chops are juicy and flavorful, and the pineapple salsa adds a sweet and tangy flavor that complements the pork perfectly. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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