How to Make Hawaiian Pork Chops

Last Updated: December 23, 2021

Brown sugar combined with pineapple creates a sweet and tangy sauce that goes well with pork chops. For an easy dinner for the entire family, try this "Hawaiian" version. Here is how to make Hawaiian pork chops.

Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
6 whole pork chops, bone-in
1 tablespoon (15g) butter
2 cups (440g) brown sugar
1 tablespoon ketchup
1/4 cup (60 ml) apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce
20 ounces (567g) crushed pineapple
1 cup maraschino cherries (optional)

Steps

1
Preheat the oven to 350ºF/180ºC.
2
Combine the cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg in a small bowl.
3
Combine the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, and soy sauce in a large bowl.
4
Season the pork chops on both sides with the nutmeg mixture.
5
Heat a large skillet on medium-high heat with the butter.#Brown the pork chops for about a minute or two. They will finish cooking in the oven, so you don't need to thoroughly cook them on the stove.
6
Lay them in a large casserole dish. Add the brown sugar mixture and pineapples on top of the pork chops.
7
Bake the pork chops for 45 minutes. Finish the dish with a garnish of cherries.

Community Q&A

Question

What's a good side dish for this?

Community Answer

A simple steamed vegetable and sweet potatoes would be nice, or you can do an internet search for hawaiian inspired side dishes.
Question

Should I drain the pineapple first?

Community Answer

No, you shouldn't drain the pineapple. The juices make the pork chops even sweeter and more tender.