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Smoky Pork and Black Bean Skillet

A smoky pork and black bean skillet with seasoned pork, peppers, and black beans in one pan.

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RECIPE AT A GLANCE

15

min 

Active Time

30

min 

Total Time

4

SERVINGS
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Stovetop

METHOD
Why It Works

A smoky chili-cumin seasoning gives the pork bold flavor fast. Black beans and corn round out the skillet into a filling, complete dinner.

Quick Fixes

Too dry: add a splash more broth.

Pork dry: pull it once cooked through; it finishes briefly with the beans.

Ingredients

Protein

1 ¼ lb pork loin, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 can black beans, 15 oz, drained and rinsed

Seasoning

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Sauce

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Vegetables

1 bell pepper, diced
1 small onion, diced
1 cup corn kernels

Topping

¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
lime wedges, for serving

How to Make It

1

Toss the pork with the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the pork, and cook 5 minutes until browned and cooked through; transfer to a plate.

2

Add the remaining oil to the skillet, then add the bell pepper and onion and cook 4 minutes until softened; stir in the garlic and cook 30 seconds.

3

Add the black beans, corn, and broth and simmer 5 minutes.

4

Return the pork to the skillet, stir in the lime juice, and warm through.

5

Top with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Store

Store up to 3 days.

Reheat

Reheat on the stovetop or microwave with a splash of broth.

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Toss the pork with the spice blend before searing so it builds a flavorful crust.

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you start cooking.

• What pork cut works best?
Boneless pork loin, cut into bite-sized pieces, sears quickly and stays tender.
• How do I serve it?
Over rice, in tortillas, or with tortilla chips.
• Can I add cheese?
Yes. A handful of shredded cheese melted over the top is a great finish.

easy 30 minute meal

Smoky Pork and Black Bean Skillet

Ingredients

1 ¼ lb pork loin, cut into bite-sized pieces

1 tablespoon chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 bell pepper, diced

1 small onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 can black beans, 15 oz, drained and rinsed

1 cup corn kernels

1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

1

Toss the pork with the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the pork, and cook 5 minutes until browned and cooked through; transfer to a plate.

2

Add the remaining oil to the skillet, then add the bell pepper and onion and cook 4 minutes until softened; stir in the garlic and cook 30 seconds.

3

Add the black beans, corn, and broth and simmer 5 minutes.

4

Return the pork to the skillet, stir in the lime juice, and warm through.

5

Top with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

15

min 

active 

30

min 

total

4

servings

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