Description
Stuffed pork chops are a comforting and flavorful dish that brings warmth to any dinner table. With juicy, tender pork enveloping a savory spinach and Parmesan filling, this recipe is perfect for family gatherings or impressing guests. Easy to prepare and customizable to suit your tastes, stuffed pork chops will quickly become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken stock
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in the spinach until wilted.
- Remove from heat and mix in breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Use a knife to create pockets in each pork chop and stuff generously with the filling.
- Sear the stuffed chops in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pork chop (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg