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Perfect Stuffed Pork Chops with Apple and Sage Dressing

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A cozy and flavorful family favorite featuring thick pork chops stuffed with a moist apple and sage dressing, perfect for quick and easy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1 to 1½ inches thick
  • 1 medium tart apple (like Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and diced
  • 10–12 fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
  • ½ cup plain or seasoned breadcrumbs (panko preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • ½ small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a horizontal pocket into each pork chop, stopping about ½ inch from the edges to create a cavity for stuffing.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the diced apple and sauté until just tender, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the chopped sage leaves and breadcrumbs. Pour in the chicken broth to moisten the mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the dressing cool slightly before stuffing.
  5. Spoon the apple and sage dressing into each pork chop pocket, pressing gently to fill but not overstuff. Use toothpicks to close the opening if needed.
  6. Heat olive oil and remaining 1 tablespoon butter in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add the stuffed pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  7. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the seared chops to an oven-safe dish if your skillet isn’t ovenproof. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) is reached. Rest the meat for 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve warm with your favorite sides.

Notes

Use toothpicks or kitchen twine to secure the pork chop openings. Let the pork rest after baking to keep it juicy. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free crackers. Boneless chops cook faster; reduce oven time accordingly. Browning breadcrumbs lightly in butter before mixing enhances flavor.

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