Name: Apple Stuffed Pork Chops Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 thick-cut pork chops; 2 apples, peeled and diced; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup chopped walnuts; 1/4 cup dried cranberries; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil

Apple Stuffed Pork Chops Recipe

Emmie Farmer Modified: August 1, 2024

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How To Make Apple Stuffed Pork Chops

The pork chop is among the most popular cuts of meat around the world. And like most cuts of pork, it has a mild meaty flavor that works well with a lot of flavor combos. So, it’s not really so surprising to know that you can recreate lots of dishes with this as the main protein. Sure, they taste great with a simple splash of seasoning. But if you’re up to it, you can also marinade, stuff, or slather them in sauce. Get inspired with the pork chop recipes below!

Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 25 minutes

Total: 40 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

4 thick-cut pork chops
2 apples, peeled and diced
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, combine the diced apples, breadcrumbs, chopped walnuts, dried cranberries, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Cut a pocket into each pork chop, being careful not to cut all the way through.
Spoon the apple stuffing into the pockets of the pork chops, dividing it evenly among them.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Sear the stuffed pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.
Transfer the pork chops to a baking dish and place in the preheated oven.
Bake for 18-20 minutes until the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the apple stuffed pork chops with your favorite sides.