Pork Chops with Apples and Cider Pan Sauce - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 4 crisp red apples
- 1/4 c. fresh sage leaves
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 4 bone-in pork chops
- kosher salt
- Pepper
- 3/4 c. hard cider or dry white wine
- 1 tsp. grated fresh ginger
- 1 bunch spinach
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425 degrees F. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss the apples and sage with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Roast for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat the remaining tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the pork chops with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove the skillet from the heat. Transfer the chops to the baking sheet, nestling them among the apples, and roast until the chops are just cooked through and the apples are tender, 5 to 6 minutes.
- While the apples and pork are roasting, return the skillet to medium heat. Add the cider and ginger and simmer, scraping up any brown bits, for 2 minutes.
- Transfer the pork chops to plates and toss the apples with the spinach. Serve with the pork chops and pan sauce.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach, Apples.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being. Apples will improve your...
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