COUSCOUS-STUFFED PORK CHOPS

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Pork loin chops are stuffed with a mixture of couscous, currants, and pine nuts, then coated in marmalade, and baked.

Provided by Byakuya

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Stuffed

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
5 tablespoons butter, divided
¾ cup dry couscous
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup currants
½ cup pine nuts
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 boneless pork loin chops, butterflied
½ cup orange marmalade

Steps:

  • Combine 1 1/4 cups chicken broth and 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan. (Set aside remaining chicken broth.) Bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir in couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand until liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Fluff couscous with a fork.
  • In a frying pan over medium heat, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter. Cook onion and garlic in butter until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove pan from heat, and stir in currants, pine nuts, cooked couscous, and cinnamon. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss the mixture with as much of the reserved chicken stock as needed to hold together slightly.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). Lightly oil a roasting pan or large baking dish.
  • Reserve about 1/3 cup stuffing to sprinkle over the chops. Stuff each chop generously with stuffing, and insert toothpicks to keep the chops closed. Place the pork chops in an oiled roasting pan just large enough to hold them comfortably, and coat each generously with the marmalade. Sprinkle with the reserved stuffing, and press stuffing lightly into the marmalade so that it will stick to the chops.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the chops are browned on the outside, but just slightly pink in the center, about 40 to 45 minutes. Transfer the pork chops to warmed individual plates, remove the toothpicks, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Cholesterol 85.5 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 151.1 mg, Sugar 25.1 g

Rc_ Evan
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I tried this recipe and it was just okay. The pork chops were a bit dry and the couscous stuffing was bland. I wouldn't make this again.


Malak Yusef
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This recipe was a disaster! The pork chops were tough and the couscous stuffing was mushy. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Chris Charles
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pork chops were overcooked. The couscous stuffing was also a bit dry. I would not recommend this recipe.


Saikat Marak
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning. However, the pork chops were cooked perfectly and the couscous stuffing was moist.


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I made this recipe for dinner last night and it was a hit! The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the couscous stuffing was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy-to-make meal.


happy mathebula
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This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The pork chops were tender and juicy, and the couscous stuffing was flavorful and moist. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


Tanz ila
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I just wanted to say that I made this recipe last night and it was absolutely delicious! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the couscous stuffing was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again!


Tab A12
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork chops were cooked to perfection and the couscous stuffing was delicious. I will definitely be making this again!


Michael Scarchilli
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit! The pork chops are always juicy and flavorful, and the couscous stuffing is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe!


Monhsaran Ariunbold
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The pork chops were tender and juicy, and the couscous stuffing was flavorful and moist. I'll definitely be making this again!


Peter Powrll
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I made this recipe for dinner last night and it was a huge success! The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the couscous stuffing was flavorful and moist. Everyone loved it!


CHUTYA Lan
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This recipe is a winner! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the couscous stuffing was delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!


Abbagail Salamone
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Just made this recipe and it was amazing! The pork chops were tender and juicy, and the couscous stuffing was perfectly seasoned. Will definitely be making this again!


Cindy Bahmer
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I tried this recipe last night and it was delicious! The pork chops were cooked to perfection and the couscous stuffing was flavorful and moist. I will definitely be making this again!


James Wrecks
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This recipe was a hit! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the couscous stuffing was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again!