Herb-Crusted Pork Chops With Wild Rice
Seared pork chops seasoned with garlic and herbs paired with a savory wild and brown rice blend. A high-protein, sodium-conscious dinner that comes together easily.
Prep
10 min
Cook
45 min
Total
55 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Marriah + Lila
Marriah created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
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Prep
10 min
Cook
45 min
Total
55 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Saucepan · Knife and cutting board
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Make a batch of the rice ahead of time to shave 40 minutes off weeknight dinner prep.
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Instructions
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Next: Measure the wild and brown rice mix…
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Measure the wild and brown rice mix…
Measure the wild and brown rice mix and low-sodium vegetable broth into a small saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat down to low, cover with a lid, and simmer gently for 40 to 45 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Look for: the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed
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Heat olive oil in a medium skillet…
Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat (375°F / 190°C) for 2 minutes until shimmering.
Look for: shimmering
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Season the pork chop on both sides…
Season the pork chop on both sides with garlic powder, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt.
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Place the pork chop into the hot…
Place the pork chop into the hot skillet and sear for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) on a meat thermometer.
Look for: golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) on a meat thermometer
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Transfer the pork chop to a plate…
Transfer the pork chop to a plate and let rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving alongside the warm cooked rice.
Allow: 3 to 5 minutes
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