• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
Riverten Kitchen
menu icon
go to homepage
  • RECIPES
  • CHRISTMAS
  • FILIPINO
  • ASIAN
  • PASTA
  • BREAD
  • SUBSCRIBE
search icon
Homepage link
  • RECIPES
  • CHRISTMAS
  • FILIPINO
  • ASIAN
  • PASTA
  • BREAD
  • SUBSCRIBE
×
Home > Recipes > Instant Pot

Instant Pot Pineapple Hawaiian Pork Chops

Published: Apr 21, 2023 • Updated: Apr 21, 2023 by: Mella • 1 Comment

Jump to Recipe •

Pineapple Hawaiian pork chops made fast, easy, and delicious in an Instant Pot! Succulent pork chops smothered in the most delicious sweet, tangy, and savory pineapple sauce.

This recipe is great with bone-in pork chops, thick boneless pork chops, or pork steaks.

pineapple pork chops served with white rice.

Instant Pot Pineapple Hawaiian Pork Chops

Pineapples are one of my personal favorite cooking ingredients. In fact, most of my sweet and sour recipes always have pineapples in them. I love how its sweet and tangy taste complements the flavors of meat, fish, and seafood.

And so, it's no surprise that I instantly fell in love with these pineapple pork chops the first time I made them.

pineapple pork chops cooked in an Instant pot pressure cooker.

Here are reasons why you'll love this recipe:

  • Easy and straightforward recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have much time in the kitchen.
  • A perfect summertime dish and is sure to be enjoyed by everyone who loves tropical flavors!
  • Sweet (but not too sweet), fruity, and tangy sauce. Everything you love about Hawaiian pork chops is here!
  • Tender pork chops every time–with an Instant Pot there's little to no risk of overcooking or undercooking the meat.
Pork chops with pineapple sauce and pineapple slices.

Ingredients

And here's what you need to make pineapple pork chops:

Pork Chops

Thick pork chops, with a thickness of about 1 to 1 ¼ inches, are the perfect choice for cooking in an Instant Pot. Pressure cooking renders them fork-tender, and there's little risk of overcooking.

Opting for bone-in pork chops enhances the flavor profile even more, though boneless pork chops work well too if you prefer them.

Pork chops, pineapple juice, ketchup, soy sauce, Worcestershire, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, vinegar, chicken broth, and canned pineapple.

Pineapple Sauce

To make the sauce for Hawaiian pork chops, you will need:

  • Pineapple Juice - Use pure canned pineapple juice. This is the secret to making the best sauce. It tastes better than the syrup from pineapple slices.
  • Chicken Broth - Makes the sauce so flavorful! You can also use ½ piece of chicken bouillon for convenience.
  • Ketchup - Gives a nice reddish color to the pineapple sauce.
  • Soy Sauce and Worcestershire sauce - For depth of flavor and balances the sweetness of the sauce.
  • Vinegar - Add just a little bit to lift up the tanginess of the pineapple juice.
  • Brown Sugar - or white sugar if preferred.

How to Make It

And here's how to make the best pineapple Hawaiian pork chops in an Instant Pot:

step-by-step process on how to cook pineapple pork chops in an Instant pot.

A few cooking tips:

  • Keep the fat around to pork to keep it moist and not dry.
  • Season the pork chops with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper then sear before pressure cooking them. This helps to create a nice crust on the outside of the chops and seals in their juices.
  • To get the perfect sear pat dry pork chops with a paper towel to remove any moisture. The high heat will help evenly brown the meat without producing any steam.
  • Scrape the brown bits from the seared pork off the bottom of the pot. This will add a nice depth of flavor to the sauce.
step-by-step process on how to cook pork chops and pineapples in an Instant pot pressure cooker.
  • Pressure cooking time will depend on the thickness of the pork chops. For thick pork chops, cook for 20 minutes. A thinner cut of pork chops may just need 12 to 15 minutes of cooking time.
  • When the timer is up, do a QUICK release to avoid overcooking the pork.
  • To thicken the sauce, add the cornstarch slurry. Simmer for a few minutes until it thickens.
  • Finally, add the pineapple slices. Cook just until warm through to maintain the firm texture.
    Pork chops with pineapple sauce and pineapple slices cooked in an Instant Pot pressure cooker.

    More recipes with pineapples

    • Sweet and Sour Chicken with Pineapples
    • Escabeche: Whole Sweet and Sour Fish
    • Pork Humba
    • Pininyahang Manok

    What to Serve with

    There are several side dishes that would pair well with Pineapple Hawaiian Pork Chops. Here are a few ideas:

    1. Rice - A simple side of white or brown rice would be a great accompaniment to these pork chops. The rice can absorb the flavorful juices from the chops and pineapple.
    2. Grilled Vegetables - Grilled vegetables, such as zucchini, bell peppers, and onions, would add some color and nutrition to the meal.
    3. Steamed Broccoli - Another healthy side dish option is steamed broccoli, which would provide a nice contrast in texture and flavor to the sweet and tangy pork chops.
    4. Salad - A light and refreshing salad would be a nice way to balance out the richness of the pork chops. Consider a simple green salad with a citrus vinaigrette or a fruit salad with mango and avocado.

    Complete Recipe

    Instant pot Pineapple Hawian pork chops served with white rice.

    Instant Pot Pineapple Hawaiian Pork Chops

    5 from 1 vote
    Tender and juicy pork chops smothered in the most delicious sweet, tangy, and savory pineapple sauce. Make it in 30 minutes using an Instant pot.
    ServingsMakes (tap to scale):4 servings
    preparation timePrep Time:5 minutes mins
    Total cooking timeCooking Time:25 minutes mins
    Print
    Prevent your screen from going dark

    Equipment

    • 6 quart Instant Pot

    Ingredients
     

    Pineapple Sauce

    • 1 cup pineapple juice (pure, from the can)
    • 1 cup chicken broth (note 1)
    • ¼ cup ketchup
    • 2 tablespoon white vinegar
    • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

    Pork

    • 4 pieces bone-in pork chops 1 to 1 ¼ inch thick (note 2)
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • salt and pepper (to taste)

    Other ingredients

    • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
    • 3 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
    • 4-6 slices pineapple (from the can)
    • 2 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water

    Instructions

    • Make the sauce - Combine all sauce ingredients in a cup or bowl. Stir until combined.
      1 cup pineapple juice, 1 cup chicken broth, ¼ cup ketchup, 2 tablespoon white vinegar, 2 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon brown sugar
    • Season pork - Pat dry pork chops with a paper towel. Season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
      4 pieces bone-in pork chops 1 to 1 ¼ inch thick, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, salt and pepper
    • Brown the pork chops - Set the Instant pot to SAUTE mode. Add oil. Once hot, add pork chops and brown on both sides. Do this in batches. Remove and set aside.
    • Add garlic and stir until just softened. Pour pineapple sauce then scrape the brown bits off the bottom of the pot.
    • Return pork chops to the pot. Lock the lid. Press CANCEL. Select PRESSURE COOK and set the timer to 20 minutes.
    • Quick release - When the timer is up, turn the knob to VENTING to quick-release (follow the manufacturer’s guide for safety.)
    • Thicken the sauce - Open the lid carefully. Press CANCEL then select SAUTE mode. Stir the cornstarch slurry then pour it into the pot. Simmer until the sauce thickens. Taste and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
    • Add pineapple slices - simmer for 1 minute to warm through.

    Recipe Notes and Tips:

    1. Chicken broth - or dissolve ½ pc chicken bouillon in hot water.
    2. Pork Chops - for maximum flavor, I use bone-in pork chops with the fat intact to keep them moist. You can also use boneless pork chops if preferred.
    3. Cornstarch - use 3 teaspoons for a thicker sauce.
    4. Cooking Time - reduce cooking time to 12-15 minutes if using thin pork chops.
    5. Instant Pot - always follow the manufacturer’s guide for safety.
    Author : Mella
    Course : Main Course
    Cuisine : American-Western
    Keyword : pork chops in mushroom gravy
    Nutrition Facts
    Instant Pot Pineapple Hawaiian Pork Chops
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    187
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    7
    g
    11
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    0.04
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    4
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    2
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    2
    mg
    1
    %
    Sodium
     
    922
    mg
    40
    %
    Potassium
     
    307
    mg
    9
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    30
    g
    10
    %
    Fiber
     
    2
    g
    8
    %
    Sugar
     
    21
    g
    23
    %
    Protein
     
    3
    g
    6
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    135
    IU
    3
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    48
    mg
    58
    %
    Calcium
     
    39
    mg
    4
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE?I love hearing how you went with my recipes! Tag @rivertenkitchen or leave a comment below!

    You might like these too

    • Filipino Lechon Kawali also known as fried crispy pork belly.
      Crispy Lechon Kawali (Deep Fry, Air Fry, or Oven)
    • beef stroganoff egg noodles pasta with mushroom soup
      Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff with Mushroom Soup
    • pork chops with mushroom soup gravy cooked in an instant pot
      Instant Pot Pork Chops with Mushroom Gravy
    • Chicken Arroz Caldo with Eggs
      Easy Instant Pot Congee Recipe
    646 shares

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Laura says

      September 14, 2023 at 12:13 am

      5 stars
      A new summer favorite! I love how fast and easy it is to make. My kids enjoyed this, specially the sauce.
      Thank you!

      Reply

    Leave a Comment Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Rate this recipe




    Primary Sidebar

    HELLO!

    My name is Mella and welcome to my blog. Here I share Filipino, Asian, and many easy-to-follow recipes. Enjoy and happy cooking!

    Reader's Favorites

    • how to make Lechon Pork Belly
      Lechon Pork Belly with Crispy Crackling
    • Filipino Bread Pandesal Recipe
      Soft and Buttery Pandesal (stays soft even the next day!)
    • Filipino beef stew with carrots and potatoes.
      Beef Caldereta Recipe
    • Mushroom celery soup recipe
      Chunky Mushroom and Celery Soup
    • White Pasta Sauce Recipe
      Cream of Mushroom Soup Pasta Sauce
    • Filipino Brioche with Grated Cheese butter and sugar
      Super Soft Ensaymada Recipe

    Latest Recipes

    • Collection of Filipino Deserts and Snack recipes
      17 Easy Filipino Desserts Recipes You Need to Try
    • Purple spread made of purple yam or purple sweet potato
      Ube Halaya Recipe
    • stir fried beef with bell peppers and black pepper sauce on top of rice
      Black Pepper Beef Stir Fry (Chinese style)
    • bread rolls filled with cheese
      Filipino Cheese Bread (Easy Cheese Rolls!)
    • sweet mochi donuts gluten free dairy free made of glutinous rice flour and coconut
      Carioca Recipe (Filipino Mochi Donuts)
    • macaroni pasta with beef and hot dog
      Filipino Style Baked Macaroni (No Oven)

    Footer

    Search for a recipe

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Content Permissions

    Visit our sister site

    Simple Chicken Recipes

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Follow Me!

    • Instagram
    • Facebook
    • Pinterest

    Buy me a coffee

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    COPYRIGHT © 2022 RIVERTEN KITCHEN