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A top-down, vertical close-up of four thick-cut pork chops simmering in a dark, glossy teriyaki glaze inside a black slow cooker. Each pork chop is topped with a bright golden pineapple ring. The dish is garnished with a generous sprinkle of fresh green parsley, and the sauce reflects a high-shine caramelization.

Slow Cooker Pineapple Teriyaki Pork Chops

These Slow Cooker Pineapple Teriyaki Pork Chops are a tropical escape right in your kitchen. Tender, thick-cut pork chops are slow-cooked in a savory-sweet teriyaki glaze and topped with juicy pineapple rings. The sauce caramelizes beautifully, creating a rich, glossy coating that makes these chops feel like a gourmet island feast with zero effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 395
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 thick-cut boneless pork chops
  • 1 can 20 oz pineapple slices (juice reserved)
  • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water optional for thickening
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Method
 

  1. Season the pork chops lightly with salt and pepper and place them in an even layer at the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and 1/4 cup of the reserved pineapple juice.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the pork chops, ensuring they are well coated.
  4. Arrange a pineapple slice on top of each pork chop.
  5. Cover and cook on the LOW setting for 5 to 6 hours (or HIGH for 2.5 to 3 hours) until the pork is tender and cooked through.
  6. Optional: To thicken the sauce, remove the chops and pineapple. Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the liquid in the pot and cook on HIGH for 10 minutes until glossy.
  7. Serve the chops topped with the pineapple rings and a generous spoonful of the thickened teriyaki glaze.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro.