GERD-Friendly Pork Chops and Sweet Potatoes: A Heartburn-Safe One-Pan Dinner
This GERD-safe pork and sweet potato recipe is an easy, comforting dinner that won’t leave you with heartburn later on. The flavors are mild, slightly sweet, and balanced, perfect if you’re managing acid reflux but still want a balanced and enjoyable meal.
Why You’ll Love This Reflux-Friendly Pork Chop Recipe
- This is an easy reflux-safe dinner made with gentle, low-acid ingredients that are generally well tolerated.
- Avoids common triggers like tomatoes, citrus, spicy rubs, and heavy sauces
- Sweet potatoes add natural sweetness and fiber
- One-pan meal = easy cleanup and less stress
- Balanced, satisfying, and family-friendly
Ingredients You’ll Need
Olive oil – A small amount helps with roasting and flavor.
Rosemary – Adds cozy, herby flavor without heat or spice.
Dijon mustard – Used in a small amount for flavor. If mustard is a trigger for you, you can reduce it or swap it for a little extra yogurt.
Low-fat plain yogurt – Makes the sauce creamy without heavy cream and is easier to digest for many people.
Salt and pepper – Simple seasoning goes a long way here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Reflux-Friendly Pork Chops with Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients
4 boneless pork chops
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1-2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon rosemary
Salt and pepper to taste
Honey Mustard Sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
2 tablespoons low-fat plain yogurt
1-2 tablespoons water, to thin as needed
Instructions
Set the oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment for easier cleanup.
Toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on one half of the sheet pan.
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, mustard, yogurt, and water until smooth.
Pat the chops dry with a paper towel and season lightly with salt and pepper. Brush both sides with a thin layer of the honey mustard sauce (save the rest for later).
Add the pork chops to the other half of the sheet pan. Roast everything for 18–22 minutes, flipping the pork chops halfway, until the pork reaches 145°F and the sweet potatoes are caramelized.
Brush the remaining sauce over the warm pork chops right before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
365
19.5g
12.7g
24.0g
2.0g
261.0mg
13.5g
5.0g
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