Pepperoni Pork Chops Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🥘 Category: Pork
🔥 Keywords: Meat, Spicy, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
🍽️ Yield: 8 pork chops
Ingredients:
- 8 pork chops
- 1 banana pepper
- 1 onion
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 8 slices pepperoni
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 484.1
- Fat: 30.3g
- Saturated Fat: 10.1g
- Cholesterol: 166.7mg
- Sodium: 573mg
- Carbohydrates: 1.8g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Sugar: 0.8g
- Protein: 47.8g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Slice the banana pepper and onion thinly.
- Grate the mozzarella cheese.
- Take out 8 slices of pepperoni.
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Cook Pepperoni and Vegetables:
- In a skillet over medium heat, add a little juice from the banana peppers.
- Fry the pepperoni slices, banana peppers, and onions until they are warm and fragrant.
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Prepare Pork Chops:
- Make a “pocket” cut along the side of each pork chop.
- Stuff each pork chop with the cooked pepperoni and vegetable mix.
- Add about 1 tablespoon of grated mozzarella cheese into each pork chop pocket.
- Secure the pockets closed with toothpicks.
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Cook the Stuffed Pork Chops:
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
- Place the stuffed pork chops in the skillet.
- Cook each side for about 5-7 minutes or until the pork chops are cooked through and the cheese is melted.
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Serve:
- Remove the toothpicks before serving.
- Optionally, drizzle with A-1 sauce for added flavor.
- Enjoy your delicious Pepperoni Pork Chops with your favorite sides!
This Pepperoni Pork Chops recipe is a savory delight, combining the richness of pork chops with the zesty flavors of pepperoni, banana peppers, and onions. The melted mozzarella cheese adds a creamy texture that perfectly complements the spiciness of the pepperoni. Plus, it’s a quick and easy dish that you can whip up in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or weekend dinners with family and friends. Serve these flavorful pork chops with a side of mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a crisp salad for a complete and satisfying meal that everyone will love!
