PORK CHOPS WITH FRUITY NECTARINE SALSA

Pork Chops with Fruity Nectarine Salsa image

This special pork dish has a zesty flair and is a snap to prepare. A sweet fruity salsa balances perfectly with the spicy rub that coats the pan-fried chops.-Bonnie Bufford, Nicholson, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 boneless pork loin chops (4 ounces each)
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons salsa
1 tablespoon apricot spreadable fruit
1 cup sliced peeled nectarines or peaches
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Rub over both sides of pork chops. In a small nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook pork chops in oil over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Remove to a serving platter and keep warm., In the same skillet, combine salsa and spreadable fruit. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir over medium heat for 1 minute. Stir in the nectarines, cilantro and oregano; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through. Serve with pork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 253mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges