Seared Pork Chops with Creamy Corn and Zucchini Relish Recipe

Seared Pork Chops with Creamy Corn and Zucchini Relish Recipe makes a delicious dinner with juicy pork chops, sweet corn, and fresh zucchini.

Perfectly seared pork chops are the star of this dish, bringing a golden-brown crust and tender bite that pairs beautifully with fresh seasonal vegetables. Cooking pork chops on high heat locks in the flavor and creates that irresistible caramelization while keeping the inside moist and succulent. It’s a simple yet elegant way to elevate a weeknight dinner.

The creamy corn and zucchini relish adds a refreshing and comforting element to the plate. Sweet corn kernels bring a burst of natural sweetness, while tender zucchini balances the dish with a light, earthy flavor. The creamy base ties everything together, creating a savory, slightly indulgent topping that enhances the richness of the pork without overpowering it.

This recipe is not only delicious but also versatile and easy to prepare. With just a handful of fresh ingredients, you can create a meal that feels both satisfying and seasonal. It’s a perfect way to highlight summer produce, but it’s equally enjoyable year-round as a hearty, wholesome dinner that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

• 2-4 bone-in pork chops, 5-8 ounces each
• 2 teaspoons salt + more for corn mixture
• 2 teaspoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper + more for corn mixture
• 2 stalks of corn, husked and sliced off of cob, or 2 cups defrosted corn
• 1 small yellow onion, diced
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 medium zucchini, cut into half-moon pieces
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 6 sprigs fresh dill (roughly chopped) or 1 teaspoon dried dill
• Avocado oil for cooking

(Serves 2-4)

To Prepare:

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
2. In a small bowl, combined salt, brown sugar, cumin, paprika and black pepper, stir.
3. Rub each pork chop with dry rub on both sides.
4. Add 1 tablespoon avocado oil to iron skillet and place over medium-high heat.  After two minutes, add pork chops.  Sear on first side for 4 minutes.
5. Flip chops over and continue to cook for 3 minutes.  Place skillet in oven to cook chops for 5-8 minutes, depending upon thickness, about 138 degrees.
6. Remove chops from skillet and place on a plate. Cover with foil to rest, while you prepare relish.
7. In same skillet, add corn and onions and place over medium heat.  Stir to cook for 3 minutes.  Add 1 teaspoon salt and red pepper flakes, stir.
8. Add zucchini and stir.  Cook for 2 minutes and add cream.  Stir until combined.
9. Sprinkle top of corn with chopped dill, stir.  Add chops on top of corn mixture.  Remove from heat.
10. Place remaining dill sprigs on top. Enjoy!

Seared Pork Chops with Creamy Corn and Zucchini Relish is so deliciously easy that you just can’t pass this recipe up. It’s great during the busy week, or to serve on the weekends for friends and family.