Stuffed Pork Chop Fall Dinner Recipe
A hearty, flavorful stuffed pork chop recipe, perfect for a fall dinner. Juicy pork meets a savory stuffing for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops 1-inch thick
- 1 cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach fresh or frozen
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Prepare stuffing: Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until soft. Mix with bread crumbs, spinach, Parmesan, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pound pork chops to an even thickness.
- Stuff the pork chops with the filling, securing with toothpicks or twine.
- Sear chops in a hot skillet for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer chops to oven, bake for 25-30 minutes, adding chicken broth halfway through to keep moist.
- Serve hot with stuffing inside!
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 380
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
Key Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 25%
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 12%
- Potassium: 8%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Stuffing hack: Use stale bread or any leftovers to make your own bread crumbs for added flavor.
- Don’t skip searing: That crispy exterior locks in all the delicious stuffing.
- Serve with: Roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes to balance out the rich flavors.
- Spice it up: Add some red pepper flakes to the stuffing if you like heat.