Ingredients

4 boneless pork chops ( or cutlets )
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 teaspoons blackening seasoning ( more or less to taste )
1 cup salsa ( I use Medium )
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 can corn , drained
1 can black beans , rinsed and drained
cooked rice , for serving , if desired
These Speedy Blackened Salsa Skillet Pork Chops are a delicious and easy dinner option for any night of the week. The blackening seasoning adds a bit of spice and the salsa, lime, and cumin provide a delicious flavor to the pork chops. The addition of black beans and corn add fiber and nutrients to the dish, making it a well-rounded meal. Serve over rice for a complete meal that is sure to please the whole family.

Instructions

1.Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add canola oil to the skillet and heat until it shimmers.
2.While the skillet heats, rub blackening seasoning over all sides of the pork chops.
3.Once the skillet is hot, add the pork chops. Sear on one side for 3-4 minutes or until blackened.
4.Flip the pork chops and add salsa, lime juice, cumin, corn, and black beans to the skillet.
5.Cover and reduce heat to medium. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes or until pork chops are cooked through.
6.Serve over cooked rice if desired.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

The combination of salsa, lime, and cumin give the pork chops a delicious flavor.

Black beans and corn add fiber and nutrients to the dish.

CONS

Blackening seasoning can be spicy for some individuals.

The salsa and black beans add sodium to the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a good source of protein and nutrients such as thiamin, niacin, and vitamin B6.
The black beans in this recipe add fiber, protein, and vitamins and minerals such as iron and folate.
Corn is also rich in fiber and provides a source of vitamins and minerals such as thiamin and phosphorus.

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