A sweet and savory pork chop that will bring the family to the table. Busy families need quick but delicious meals, especially on those days when you have everyone going in different directions. A meal together can be tricky, but with an easy dish like my pineapple pork chops, you’ll not only find the time but also find your family wanting to make an effort to be there. These tender and flavorful chops are seared first to hold in the juices and then cooked in a sweet and savory pineapple and soy sauce mixture. Serve it over rice, and in no time, you’ll have a delicious and satisfying dish that will make the whole family glad they made time for dinner.

Belle’s Pineapple Pork Chops4 pork chops (1 ½ inches thick)

½ teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon pepper

¼ teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon oil

1 (20-ounce) can of unsweetened pineapple chunks (juice and fruit)

1 tablespoons honey

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1-2 teaspoons minced garlic

Cooked rice for serving

Season the pork chops on both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes on one side. Drain the can of pineapple chunks and reserve the juice. In a small bowl, mix ½ cup of the pineapple juice, honey, soy sauce and garlic. Flip the chops over, then pour the pineapple mixture into the pan. Place the pineapple chunks evenly around the pan and on the chops. Continue to cook the pork chops until they reach an internal temperature of 145 F and the sauce has reduced and thickened a little, about 10 minutes. If the pineapple sauce is getting too thick, add a small amount of water. Serve over rice, with the sauce over the top.