Pan-Seared Pork Chops with Spiced Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-27 · Updated 2026-06-27

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Tender pork chops pan-seared to golden perfection, topped with a fresh mango salsa spiced with chili and lime for a bright contrast. This Latin American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs bone-in pork chops, ripe mango, red bell 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: 12 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 chops (about 6 oz each) bone-in pork chops
1 large, diced ripe mango
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
3 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 diced large ripe mango, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 3 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and 2 tbsp fresh lime juice. Stir in 1/2 tsp ground cumin and 1/2 tsp chili powder, then season with 1/2 tsp salt and set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.
Step 2: Pat dry 4 bone-in pork chops and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 3: Add pork chops to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until a golden crust forms and internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
Step 4: Serve the pork chops topped generously with the spiced mango salsa for a fresh and vibrant finish.