Cast Iron Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

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Juicy pork chops seared in a cast iron skillet paired with a vibrant, fresh mango salsa for a tropical flavor burst. This Caribbean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, kosher salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces, about 6 oz each bone-in pork chops
1 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium, peeled and diced ripe mango
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 4 bone-in pork chops (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1 tsp black pepper evenly. Let rest 10 minutes at room temperature.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
Step 3: Place pork chops in the skillet and sear for 4 minutes without moving until golden brown and crispy on the bottom.
Step 4: Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the pork is juicy and tender.
Step 5: While pork cooks, combine 1 diced ripe mango, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1 minced jalapeño pepper in a bowl. Stir gently to combine.
Step 6: Remove pork chops from pan to rest 5 minutes before serving with the fresh mango salsa spooned generously on top.