Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Mango-Pineapple Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

Juicy pan-seared pork chops paired with a vibrant mango-pineapple salsa that balances sweetness and acidity. This Italian recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Ingredients

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

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 bone-in pork chops and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup diced mango, 1 cup diced pineapple, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1 minced jalapeño, 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1 tsp honey. Stir gently until mixed.
4. Step 4: Serve pork chops topped with the fresh mango-pineapple salsa for a bright, tropical contrast.