Grilled Herb-Spiced Pork Chops with Apple Cabbage Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

Tender grilled pork chops seasoned with aromatic herbs, paired with a crisp, tangy apple and cabbage slaw. This American-inspired paleo recipe (gluten free, dairy free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pork chops, olive oil, dried rosemary for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a paleo week and pairs well with roasted root vegetables or a leafy salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 bone-in, about 8 oz each pork chops
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp, divided salt
• 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
• 1 medium, julienned green apple
• 2 cups, thinly sliced red cabbage
• 1 medium, shredded carrot
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for slaw)

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp olive oil with 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Rub this herb mixture evenly over 2 pork chops. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill pork chops for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 145°F and juices run clear. Remove from grill and let rest 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine 1 medium julienned green apple, 2 cups thinly sliced red cabbage, and 1 medium shredded carrot. Whisk together 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp mustard seeds, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Pour dressing over slaw and toss to coat thoroughly.
4. Step 4: Serve pork chops alongside a generous portion of the apple cabbage slaw for a fresh, tangy contrast.