Glazed Stuffed Pork Chops

By KimChi381

Pantry staples come together to transform simple pork chops into an impressive-looking dish with a delightful stuffing and a sweet and tangy glaze.

Shortcut: Substitute bone-in pork chops without the pockets cut for stuffing. Place all of the stuffing mixture in teh baking dish and continue as directed.

Ingredients

• 1 pkg (120g) Stove Top Stuffing for Chicken
• 1 cup apple juice
• 2 small Granny Smith apples, divided
• 4 bone-in pork chops (1.5 lb/750g), each with pocket cut for stuffing
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup Kraft Signature Raspberry Vinagrette Dressing, divided
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 375F. Prepare stuffing as directed on package, substituting apple juice for the water. Cut 1 of the apples into 1/2 inch chunks; stir into prepared stuffing. Spoon 1/4 cup of the stuffing mixture into pocket in each chop. Sprinkle chops wiht pepper; set aside. Spoon remaining stuffing into 13 x 9 inch baking dish.

2. Heat large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add half of the chops; cook 2 min on each side or until browned on both sides. Remove chops from skillet, reserving drippings in skillet. Place chops over stuffing in baking dish. Repeat with remaining chops. Core remaining apple; cut crosswise into eight rings. Place 2 apple rings over each chop. Brush evenly with 1 tbsp of the dressing.

3. Bake 20 to 25 mins or until chops are cooked through (160F). Meanwhile, mix remaining 3 tbsp dressing, the sugar and mustard in same skillet; cook on medium-high heat 1 min or until bubbly and thickened. Serve spooned over the apples and chops.