By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 11, 2026
Serves 6
33 cal · 22 min
Chili-Dusted Pork Chops
Recipe GLPRad92728dba888e
Juicy boneless pork loin chops seasoned with a flavorful blend of chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, then seared until golden. Finished with bright lime zest, fresh cilantro, and minced garlic for a vibrant, zesty main course that comes together in minutes.
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Ingredients
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 pieces Four 6-ounce boneless pork loin chops, cut 1 1/4 inches thick
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 Zest of 1 lime, finely grated
1 Juice of 1 lime
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
Directions
In a small bowl, combine chili powder, ground cumin, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix until evenly blended.
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Rub both sides of each chop evenly with the spice mixture, pressing gently so it adheres well.
Heat extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers and is very hot.
Carefully place the seasoned pork chops in the skillet without crowding. Sear for 5 to 6 minutes on the first side, until a deep golden crust forms.
Flip each chop and sear for another 5 to 6 minutes on the second side until the internal temperature reaches 145°F when checked with a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat.
Transfer the cooked pork chops to a serving platter or individual plates.
Sprinkle the minced garlic, lime zest, and fresh cilantro evenly over the hot pork chops. Drizzle with the lime juice just before serving.
Comments
Ingredients are straightforward and available at every major Charlotte chain—chili powder, cumin, pork chops, garlic, lime, and cilantro pose no special-trip burden. Cost per serving runs roughly $3.50–$4.50 depending on pork loin prices, kept reasonable by the simplicity of the spice rub. The stated 22 minutes is honest for pan-searing and resting, though it assumes no vegetable prep; this is a protein-only dish that benefits from side work. It's weeknight-friendly and family-appropriate, though the fresh cilantro and lime brightness skew lighter than heavy Southern fare, so it lands as a quick rotation option rather than a staple.
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