How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Santa Fe Chops With Pineapple Pepper Salsa?

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pork chops (1 1/2 inches thick), ½ teaspoon salt (optional), 1 teaspoon black pepper, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, and more.

Is Santa Fe Chops With Pineapple Pepper Salsa suitable as snacks & appetizers?

Yes, Santa Fe Chops With Pineapple Pepper Salsa falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Santa Fe Chops With Pineapple Pepper Salsa?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Santa Fe Chops With Pineapple Pepper Salsa Recipe

Name: Santa Fe Chops With Pineapple Pepper Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pork chops (1 1/2 inches thick); ½ teaspoon salt (optional); 1 teaspoon black pepper; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, deveined and chopped; 1 (19 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained; 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Try this homemade Santa Fe Chops With Pineapple Pepper Salsa recipe the whole family will love. Made with pork chops, salt, black pepper and ground cumi…

This Santa Fe Chops With Pineapple Pepper Salsa relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as salt (optional), black pepper, ground cumin and chili powder. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 291 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Snacks & Appetizers

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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