Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Pineapple Beef Chops Recipe, where tender beef loin chops are elevated by a luscious pineapple marinade. This dish beautifully marries the savory richness of beef with the sweet and tangy notes of pineapple juice and barbecue sauce, creating a captivating glaze that will delight your taste buds. Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, this quick and easy recipe can be on your table in just 20 minutes. Impress your guests with this flavorful main course that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless beef loin chops (about 1" thick)
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onions
- 1 cup pineapple tidbits (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season both sides of the beef chops with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pineapple juice, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, sea salt, ground ginger, garlic powder, and dried minced onions. Mix well.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned beef chops for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer seared chops to a platter and cover with foil.
- Pour the marinade into the same skillet and deglaze by stirring up any browned bits. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium.
- Return the beef chops to the skillet and simmer in the sauce for about 8 to 10 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of at least 145°F.
- Stir in pineapple tidbits just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 beef chop (170g)
- Calories: 327
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 885mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 66mg