Stuffed Pork Chops Recipe ๐
Overview:
Delight your taste buds with these succulent Stuffed Pork Chops! Perfect for a hearty weeknight meal, this recipe combines tender pork chops with a savory stuffing mixture that’s sure to impress. With just a bit of prep work and some time in the oven, you’ll have a delicious dinner on the table in no time!
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 435.3 per serving
- Fat Content: 25.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 11.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 98.7mg
- Sodium Content: 462.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 23g
- Fiber Content: 1.7g
- Sugar Content: 2.9g
- Protein Content: 27.6g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Pork chops |
| – | Salt |
| – | Pepper |
| 2 tbsp | Butter |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1/2 cup | Mushrooms |
| 1 tsp | Dried sage |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/4 tsp | Pepper |
| 1/4 cup | Vegetable broth |
| 1/4 cup | Water |
| 1 | Sour cream or plain yogurt |
| 2 cups | Bread crumbs |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
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Prepare the Pork Chops:
- Trim any excess fat from the pork chops.
- Using a sharp knife, create a 2-inch pocket in each chop.
- Lightly season the inside of each pocket with salt and pepper. Set aside.
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Prepare the Stuffing:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add finely chopped onion and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Sautรฉ until tender.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in dried sage, salt, pepper, and bread crumbs.
- Incorporate sour cream or plain yogurt into the mixture.
- Add vegetable broth/water gradually until the stuffing is moistened and holds together.
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Stuff the Pork Chops:
- Spoon the prepared stuffing mixture into the pockets of each pork chop.
- Secure the pockets closed with kitchen twine or toothpicks to keep the stuffing in place.
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Bake the Stuffed Pork Chops:
- Place the stuffed pork chops in a baking dish.
- Pour the remaining vegetable broth/water into the dish.
- Cover the baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Remove the cover and continue baking for an additional 20 minutes, or until the pork chops are tender and cooked through.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once done, remove the stuffed pork chops from the oven.
- Allow them to rest for a few minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Serve hot and enjoy the delicious combination of tender pork and savory stuffing!
Tips:
- Make the stuffing ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to use. Just remember to bring it to room temperature before stuffing the chops.
- Serve these Stuffed Pork Chops alongside your favorite sides like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal.
Keywords:
Meat, Weeknight, Less than 4 Hours
Recipe Category:
Pork
Servings:
This recipe yields 4 servings, making it perfect for a family dinner or entertaining guests.
Total Time:
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 5 minutes
Enjoy your Stuffed Pork Chops! ๐ฝ๏ธ
