Pork Chops with Fresh Pear Stuffing
(from AnchorJules40’s recipe box)
319 cal., 14g fat, 36g protein
Source: Real Food for Healthy Kids
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 17 minutes
Serves 4 people
Categories: dinner, fall, pork
Ingredients
- 4 1-in. thick boneless, pork chops (about 6 oz)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 medium Bartlett pear, quartered, cored, and finely diced
- 2 slices whole-wheat bread, diced
- 3 tablespoons canned low-sodium chicken broth or water
- 1 chopped fresh parsley
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Directions
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Place a pork chop flat on work surface. Cut a horizontal slit through the center of the chop, slicing almost all the way through to make a pocket. Repeat with the remaining chops and set aside.
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Heat 1/2 tablespoon of the oil in a heavy ovenproof skillet, preferably cast iron. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in pear and remove from heat. Stir in the bread, broth, and parsley and season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Lightly salt the inside pocket of the pork. Divide the stuffing among the chops, packing it lightly. Season the chops on both sides with salt and pepper.
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Rinse and wipe out the skillet. Add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon oil and return to medium heat. When the pan is hot, add the chops and cook until nicely browned on both sides and firm to the touch, about 6 minutes per side, turning once. Let the chops stand for a few minutes before serving to let the juices redistribute.