Pregnancy Friendly Apple Cider Glazed Pork Chops
Juicy, golden-seared pork chops bathed in a sticky apple cider glaze — this is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels genuinely special without requiring much effort. The spice rub of turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon adds warmth and depth while also bringing some genuinely nourishing ingredients to the table, which is always a win when you're eating for two. Unfiltered apple cider and a splash of apple cider vinegar build a pan sauce that's bright and slightly tangy, balanced out by a touch of honey and fragrant fresh thyme. One of the most important things here is the internal temperature check — the recipe calls for 145°F at the thickest part, which is exactly the safe threshold for pork and takes all the guesswork out of it. Coconut oil handles the high-heat sear beautifully, and the whole dish comes together in one skillet, meaning less cleanup and more time to actually enjoy your meal. Spoon that glossy glaze generously over each chop before serving and you've got a plate that looks like it came from a proper restaurant kitchen.
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4 servings
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about ¾ inch thick, 6–8 oz each)
Ingredient noteCook all meat thoroughly when pregnant.
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
For the glaze
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 cup apple cider (unfiltered, unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the pork chops completely dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, stir together the salt, turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each chop.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the pork chops in a single layer and sear, undisturbed, for 4 minutes, until the underside is deep golden and releases easily from the pan. Flip and sear the second side for 3–4 minutes, until equally golden.
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