Stuffed Pork Chops

By srumbel

Learn how to make traditional savory stuffed pork chops. This easy dinner makes a beautiful presentation for an alternative holiday dinner.
from tastesoflizzyt.com

Ingredients

• For the pork chops:
• 2 bone-in thick cut pork chops (about 1 1/2" thick)
• salt and pepper (to taste)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for browning the chops)
• For the stuffing:
• 3/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 7 cups dry bread cubes*
• 1 teaspoon teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3/4 tablespoon poultry seasoning
• 3/4 cup chicken stock

Details

Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 55mins

Preparation

Step 1

Prepare the pork chops:

If the pork chops do not already have a pocket cut in them, slice the meaty side of the pork chop in half almost to the bone so that it creates a pocket.

On both sides, sprinkle the pork chops with salt and pepper.

Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, sear the pork chop on both sides just until golden brown.

Remove the pork chops to a plate.

Prepare the stuffing:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

In a skillet, melt the butter. Add the celery and onion. Saute the celery and onion until tender, about 10 minutes.

In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, butter mixture and the remaining stuffing ingredients. Mix well.

Stuff about 1/2 cup to 3/4 cup stuffing in each pork chop so that it fills the pork chops and also sticks out a little bit. This will give the pork chop a pretty look!

Place the pork chops in a baking dish, either 9x13" or a bit smaller.

Arrange the remaining stuffing around the pork chops.

Bake the pork chops for about 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit. At this temperature there will be a blush of pink in the pork which means they will be nice and juicy!

Allow the chops to rest for 3-4 minutes, then serve

Servings: 4