Fiery Island Pineapple Pork Chops

Fiery Island Pineapple Pork Chops

Courtesy of National Pork Board 4 Servings • 10 Min. Prep Time • 15 Min. Cook Time
Ingredients
4 boneless pork chops, 1/2-in. thick
4 tsp. Jamaican Jerk Seasoning
1/3 c. hot pepper jelly
2 Tbsp. pineapple juice
1 tsp. minced fresh ginger
4 slices fresh pineapple (cored, 1/2-in. thick) or canned pineapple rings

Directions:

1. Coat chops with jerk seasoning; set aside for 5 min. Meanwhile, microwave jelly, pineapple juice and ginger on High for 30- 60 sec. or until melted.

2. Grill pork over medium-high heat for 3-4 min. per side, turning once until internal temperature on a thermometer reads 145°F, followed by a 3-min. rest time. Baste frequently with glaze. During last 3 min. of grilling time, place pineapple rings on the grill. Baste with jelly mixture. Grill pineapple until heated through. Serve pork chops with pineapple.

* Serving Suggestions: Serve with grilled summer squash and skewered french potato salad .

* Recipe and photo courtesy of National Pork Board. For more recipes visit: www.PorkBeInspired.com

Nutrition:

Calories: 245; Total Fat: 5g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 72mg; Total Carbs: 25g; Fiber: 1g; Protein: 28g; Sodium: 523mg;

Wine Pairings:

Gewürztraminer, Icewine/Eiswien, Riesling/Rhine