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Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

A succulent ham skillet glazed with a rich maple bourbon sauce, paired with caramelized pineapple for a sweet and smoky Easter brunch delight.

Best Pairing Answer

The best bourbon pairing for Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet is Elijah Craig Barrel Proof. Elijah Craig Barrel Proof complements this pork dish and its pan cooking profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

The Recipe

Ingredients & Instructions

Everything you need to make this dish at home.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs cooked ham, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1/3 cup bourbon
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together bourbon, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard until well combined.
  2. Heat butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add sliced red onions and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook another 4 minutes, allowing the pineapple to caramelize lightly.
  4. Place ham slices evenly in the skillet over the pineapple and onions. Sprinkle smoked paprika, salt, and pepper over the top.
  5. Pour the bourbon-maple glaze evenly over the ham and pineapple.
  6. Increase the heat to medium-high and cook until the glaze is bubbly and starting to thicken, about 5 minutes.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld and ham to warm through.
  8. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving directly from the skillet for an attractive presentation.
  9. Serve warm with your favorite breakfast sides or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Top Matches

Best Bourbon Pairings for Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

Ranked bourbon recommendations for this recipe.

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Elijah Craig Barrel Proof

Barrel Proof Bourbon 65.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

Elijah Craig Barrel Proof complements this pork dish and its pan cooking profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Oak, Caramel, Dark Chocolate Clove, Cherry, Leather
Pairing Score 95%
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George T. Stagg Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 62.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

George T. Stagg Standard complements this pork dish and its pan cooking profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Dark Cherry, Oak, Vanilla Tobacco, Cocoa, Spice
Pairing Score 95%
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Henry McKenna Single Barrel

Single Barrel Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

Henry McKenna Single Barrel complements this pork dish and its pan cooking profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Honey, Oak Baking Spice, Orange, Leather
Pairing Score 95%
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Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year

Wheated Bourbon 53.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year complements this pork dish and its pan cooking profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Leather, Dark Fruit, Tobacco
Pairing Score 95%
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Stagg Jr. Standard

Barrel Proof Bourbon 65.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

Stagg Jr. Standard complements this pork dish and its pan cooking profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Dark Cherry, Oak, Caramel Cocoa, Leather, Clove
Pairing Score 95%
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Heaven Hill 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond

Bottled-in-Bond Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

Heaven Hill 7-Year Bottled-in-Bond complements this pork dish and its pan cooking profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Vanilla, Oak Peanut Brittle, Spice, Citrus
Pairing Score 93%
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Knob Creek Single Barrel

Single Barrel Bourbon 60.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

Knob Creek Single Barrel complements this pork dish and its pan cooking profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Oak, Vanilla Toffee, Spice, Peanut
Pairing Score 93%
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Knob Creek Standard

Bourbon 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

Knob Creek Standard complements this pork dish and its pan cooking profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Oak, Vanilla, Caramel Peanut, Maple, Spice
Pairing Score 93%
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Wild Turkey 101

Bourbon 50.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

Wild Turkey 101 complements this pork dish and its pan cooking profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Spice, Caramel, Oak Vanilla, Orange Peel, Nutty
Pairing Score 93%
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Wild Turkey Rare Breed

Barrel Proof Bourbon 58.40% ABV For Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

Wild Turkey Rare Breed complements this pork dish and its pan cooking profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Spice, Vanilla, Caramel Roasted Nuts, Orange Peel, Oak
Pairing Score 93%
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Old Forester 1920

Bourbon 57.50% ABV For Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

Old Forester 1920 complements this pork dish and its pan cooking profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Dark Caramel, Cocoa, Oak Cherry, Baking Spice, Coffee
Pairing Score 92%
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Angel’s Envy Rye

Barrel Finished Rye 50.00% ABV For Maple Bourbon Glazed Ham and Pineapple Skillet

Angel’s Envy Rye complements this pork dish and its pan cooking profile. It has sweetness and spice work with savory poultry or pork, oak and smoke reinforce charred flavors.

Caramel, Oak, Spice Molasses, Tropical Fruit, Vanilla
Pairing Score 91%