Pesto Stuffed Pork Chops
Transform your dinner table with these mouthwatering Pesto Stuffed Pork Chops—a perfect blend of rich, savory flavors that’s sure to wow your family or guests. Juicy, bone-in pork chops are carefully sliced to create a pocket and filled with a decadent mixture of basil pesto, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic. Seared to golden perfection and finished in the oven, these chops are tender, cheesy, and infused with herbaceous notes. With just 15 minutes of prep and a simple one-skillet cooking method, this recipe is both elegant and accessible, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve alongside a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a well-balanced, restaurant-quality meal. Whether you're a pesto lover or seeking a creative twist on pork chops, this dish is bound to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops
- 0.5 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lay the pork chops on a clean cutting board. Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each pork chop. Be sure not to cut all the way through.
In a small bowl, mix the basil pesto, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic until well combined.
Stuff each pork chop pocket with about 2 tablespoons of the pesto mixture. Secure the opening with toothpicks to prevent the filling from spilling out during cooking.
Season both sides of the stuffed pork chops with salt and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and carefully transfer the pork chops to a plate. Let them rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute.
Remove the toothpicks before serving. Enjoy your flavorful and juicy Pesto Stuffed Pork Chops!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
483 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.9 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 909 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.0 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 34.6 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 366 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
