Oven-Baked 3-Ingredient Pork Chops with Pineapple 🍍🥩✨

A retro classic—juicy pork chops baked with canned pineapple and a glossy sweet glaze. Simple, nostalgic, and always a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients 🛒

• 5–6 pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
• 1 can pineapple slices (reserve juice)
• ½ cup brown sugar (or honey)
• Optional: soy sauce or garlic powder for extra flavor

Instructions 👩‍🍳

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Arrange: Place pork chops in dish. Top each with a pineapple ring.
3. Glaze: Mix reserved pineapple juice with brown sugar. Pour over pork chops.
4. Bake: Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes until pork is cooked through and glaze is sticky.
5. Serve: Spoon sauce over chops. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Tips 🌟

• Extra sticky: Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for caramelized edges.
• Variation: Add onion slices or bell peppers for a savory twist.
• Serving idea: Pair with rice or mashed potatoes to soak up the sweet sauce.

Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Total Time: ~50 minutes
• Servings: 5–6

Caption & Engagement

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