Pork Chops with Applesauce Skillet Recipe
Boneless pork chops are seared in butter and finished in a skillet with spiced applesauce and Dijon mustard, creating a sweet and savory pan sauce with warm cinnamon notes.
Glycemic Load: 2.2 (Low)
273 calories per serving
Serves: 4
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Original recipe: www.easyhomemadelife.com
About This Calculation
Pork Chops with Applesauce Skillet Recipe has a low glycemic load of 2.2 per serving — minimal blood sugar impact — suitable for most people managing diabetes or blood sugar levels.
The primary glycemic load contributors are applesauce, unsweetened (GL 2.2), garlic powder (GL 0.0). These ingredients account for the majority of the carbohydrate impact per serving.
Glycemic load is calculated as GL = (GI × Net Carbs per serving) ÷ 100, where GI is the glycemic index and net carbs exclude dietary fiber. Calculations draw on established nutritional references including USDA FoodData Central values and peer-reviewed glycemic index research.