Cajun Pork with Spicy Beans

I waited all summer for the red peppers to ripen so I could make this recipe - it was worth the wait!  Feel free to substitute chicken for the pork. 

Source:  adapted from foodnetwork.com

2 t. Cajun spice mix (see recipe below)

4 boneless pork chops (about 1-1/4 lbs.)

1 T. olive oil

1 red onion, chopped

1 can (19 oz.) black beans, drained (do not rinse)

1 can (8 oz.) corn, drained

2 T. barbeque sauce

Sprinkle 1 t. spice mix on both sides of chops.  Heat oil in nonstick skillet over medium heat.  Add chops; cook 3 minutes.  Turn over.  Add onion and pepper around meat; cover and cook 7 minutes or until pork is almost cooked in center.

Stir in remaining 1 t. spice mixture; cook 1 minute.  Add black beans, corn and barbecue sauce; simmer 2-3 min. or until heated through.  Serve with brown rice or mashed potatoes.

Cajun Spice Mix

source:  adapted from allrecipes.com

2 t. sea salt

2 t. garlic powder

2-1/2 t. paprika

1 t. ground black pepper

1 t. onion powder

1 t. cayenne pepper

1-1/4 t. dried oregano

1-1/4 t. dried thyme

1/2 t. red pepper flakes (optional)

Mix together; store in airtight container.