Apple and Almond Stuffed Pork Chops

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Total Time 1 hr
Cooking Method: ,
Cuisine:
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Cooking Temp: 325  F
Servings: 4
Best Season: Fall
Description

These stuffed pork chops with apple and almond are seared on the stove top, finished in the oven, and filled with autumnal flavor.

Apple and Almond Stuffed Pork Chops
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 large stocks of celery, chopped
  • 1 gala or pink lady apple, diced
  • 1/2 tsp fresh sage
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup slivered toasted almonds
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 bone-in pork chops
Instructions
    Make the Apple and Almond Stuffing
  1. 1
    In a medium sized saucepan, warm 1 tablespoon cooking oil over medium high heat until it begins to shimmer.  Add the onion and celery to the pan, stirring occasionally until they begin to soften and become translucent, about 3 minutes.
  2. 2
    Add the apple to the pan, stirring occasionally until softened, another 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. 3
    Turn the heat to low and add the panko bread crumbs, parmesan cheese and slivered almonds, mixing until just combined.  Turn heat off and set pan aside until ready to use the stuffing.
    4. Stuff and Sear the Pork Chops
  4. 4

    Preheat the oven to 325°.

  5. 5

    Slice the pork chops through the center towards the bone, leaving the end intact.

  6. 6

    Season both sides of each pork chop with salt and pepper.

  7. 7

    Spoon the stuffing into the opening of each pork chop, being careful to press each side of the chop together to keep the stuffing in place.

  8. 8

    Heat the remaining tablespoon of cooking oil in a frying pan.  Sear each side of the pork chop, about 2-3 minutes per side, working in batches to not crowd the pan. 

    Tip: I find it easiest to use a tongs to grip the open side of the pork chop and use my fingers to grab the bone to flip the chop from one side to the other, that way you won’ t lose too much of the stuffing.
  9. 9

    Move your seared pork chops to a baking sheet and bake for 23-25 minutes until the pork is cooked through.

  10. 10

    This is best served with a side of vegetables, I love butternut squash and green beans.  Enjoy!

Read it online: https://lauralovestocook.com/recipes/apple-and-almond-stuffed-pork-chops/