Black Beans with Pork Chops

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Black Beans with Pork Chops recipe, a perfect blend of tender, golden-seared pork chops and savory black beans simmered in aromatic spices. Featuring wholesome ingredients like garlic, cumin, and paprika, this skillet-cooked dish is both comforting and bursting with bold, smoky flavors. The black bean mixture, enriched with chicken broth and seasoned with oregano, becomes a rich and satisfying base for the perfectly cooked pork. A bright squeeze of lime and an optional garnish of fresh cilantro add a fresh and zesty finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time and under an hour to cook, this protein-packed, one-pan meal is a delicious and easy solution for a family dinner. Serve it up with crusty bread or steamed rice for a complete feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 2 cups black beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
• 1 cut into wedges lime
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional) fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the black beans if using canned, or soak and cook dried black beans ahead of time according to package instructions.

Step 2

Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and reduce the heat to medium. Sauté the diced onion for about 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 6

Stir in the chicken broth, cooked black beans, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the black bean mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low-medium.

Step 8

Cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the pork chops are fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 145°F/63°C), and the flavors have melded together.

Step 9

Taste the black beans and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice over the dish for brightness.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired. Serve warm with additional lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1347.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2250.9

Total Fat 116.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 544mg	0%
Sodium 3981.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.1g	0%
Total Sugars 10.5g
Protein 214.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 337.2mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 2897.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.4%

Protein: 39.1%

Carbs: 13.5%