🍽️ Stuffed Pork Chops Recipe
✨ Description:
Indulge in the savory delight of our Stuffed Pork Chops, a culinary masterpiece that brings together the richness of pork, the sweetness of apples, and the perfect blend of Cajun spices. This recipe, crafted with love and expertise, is sure to become a highlight on your dining table. 🍏🐖
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 47 minutes
👩🍳 Prep Time: Instant (No waiting time!)
👨🍳 Cook Time: Magical transformation in the oven!
🍲 Recipe Category: Pork
🔍 Keywords: Meat, Cajun, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
🥩 Ingredients:
- 2 apples 🍏
- 7 tablespoons unsalted butter 🧈
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar 🌰
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 🌼
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 🌰
- 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 🧅
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 🌶️
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 🧄
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper ⚪
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard 🌭
- 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage 🌿
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin 🌰
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 🌶️
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 🍃
- 6 thick pork chops 🥩
- 3/4 cup diced onion 🧅
- 1 cup diced green bell pepper 🌶️
- 1 cup diced garlic 🧄
- 1 cup diced green chilis 🌶️
- 1 cup pork (ground) 🐖
- 1 cup green onion 🧅
🌡️ Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 578.4
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15.6g
- Cholesterol: 159.4mg
- Sodium: 1338.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 25.7g
- Fiber: 2.9g
- Sugar: 14.3g
- Protein: 41.5g
🌟 Aggregated Rating: 4/5 stars
📝 Review Count: 6 reviews
🍽️ Servings: Serves 6 hungry souls
📋 Instructions:
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In a food processor or blender, create a luscious puree by processing apples, 4 tablespoons of butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and nutmeg until smooth (approximately 3 to 4 minutes). Set this delightful mixture aside.
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In a small bowl, concoct a flavor-packed seasoning mix and keep it within arm’s reach.
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Prep the pork chops by skillfully cutting a generous pocket (all the way to the bone) into the larger side of each chop, creating the perfect vessel for our stuffing.
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In a large skillet, embark on a journey of flavors by browning the ground pork in the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter over high heat, sizzling for about 3 minutes.
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Add diced onions, bell peppers, garlic, and 2 tablespoons of the seasoning mix to the skillet, stirring passionately. Let the ingredients dance together for about 5 minutes, scraping the pan bottom to capture every bit of flavor.
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Introduce the green chilies and their juice to the party, continuing to cook until the mixture reaches a beautiful brown hue (around 6 to 8 minutes). Stir occasionally and scrape the pan bottom as needed.
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Pour in the stock and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently and allowing the flavors to mingle.
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Integrate the bread crumbs into this symphony of tastes, cooking for an additional 2 minutes. Stir constantly, ensuring the mixture reaches perfection while scraping the pan bottom.
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Take a bow, as you remove the skillet from the heat, feeling the aroma of success.
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Sprinkle the remaining seasoning mix evenly on both sides of the pork chops and inside the pockets. Press it in by hand, ensuring each chop is adorned with a burst of flavor.
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Arrange the pork chops with the pocket side up in an ungreased 13×9-inch baking pan, setting the stage for the grand finale.
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Spoon approximately 1/4 cup of the prepared stuffing into each pocket, reserving the remaining stuffing for the encore.
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Let the magic unfold in the oven at 400°F until the pork reaches its symphony of flavors, approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.
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As the finale approaches, place the remaining stuffing in a small pan in the oven for the last 20 minutes, allowing it to reheat and join the culinary crescendo.
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Serve immediately, with each chop gracefully arranged on top of a portion of the remaining stuffing. Let the feast begin!
🎉 Conclusion:
With each bite of our Stuffed Pork Chops, savor the culmination of flavors – the sweetness of apples, the spiciness of Cajun seasoning, and the succulence of perfectly cooked pork. This recipe, born out of passion and culinary finesse, is not just a meal; it’s an experience that leaves an indelible mark on your taste buds. Gather your loved ones, share the joy of cooking, and indulge in this gastronomic delight that’s bound to become a cherished favorite. Cheers to culinary adventures! 🎊🍽️
