PORK CHOPS WITH PEAR STUFFING

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My husband loves pork and stuffing, so this recipe combines the best of both worlds for him. With a vegetable and salad, this dish really perks up our dinner table during the week.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 pork chops (1/2 inch thick)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
1-3/4 cups corn-bread stuffing mix
1 fresh pear, diced
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chops in oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until chops are lightly browned; drain and set aside. Add butter to skillet; saute celery and onion until tender. Remove from the heat Add stuffing mix, pear, pecans, parsley, thyme, salt and pepper; mix well. Add water; toss gently to moisten. , Spoon a fourth of the stuffing on one pork chop; top with another chop and secure with string. Repeat with remaining chops and stuffing. Stand chops vertically, but not touching, in a deep roasting pan. Add water to a depth of 1/4 in. , Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 145°. Uncover and bake 5 minutes longer to brown. Remove string.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 671 calories, Fat 33g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 187mg cholesterol, Sodium 711mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 64g protein.

Alarakha Zakir
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This recipe is definitely a keeper. I will be making it again and again.


Arun Raut
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I would give this recipe a 10/10. The pork chops were cooked to perfection and the pear stuffing was out of this world.


Md Rezaulgazi
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This dish was amazing! The pork chops were tender and flavorful, and the pear stuffing was the perfect complement.


Bafana Ndlovu
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I ended up burning the pork chops.


Renay Roberts
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I'm not a big fan of pork chops, but this recipe changed my mind. The chops were cooked perfectly and the pear stuffing was delicious.


saith saif07
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Overall, this recipe was a success. The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the pear stuffing was a nice touch.


Donald Edwards
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This dish was a disappointment. The pork chops were overcooked and the pear stuffing was too sweet.


GUDU GUDU
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I would not recommend this recipe. The pork chops were dry and the pear stuffing was bland.


sanna ceesay
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pork chops turned out great! The pear stuffing was a nice surprise.


Kimberly Gordon
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The pork chops were a bit tough, but the pear stuffing was delicious.


Tracy Wilson
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This dish was a hit with my family! The pork chops were cooked perfectly and the pear stuffing was a unique and tasty addition.


Helena Lena
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Meh.


Ejechi Ikechukwu
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork chops were tender and flavorful, and the pear stuffing was a delicious complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Julian Valin
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pork chops were overcooked. I would recommend cooking them for a shorter amount of time.


Morgan Kids
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the pear stuffing was a nice touch.


Reanetsi Reanetsi
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The pork chops were a bit dry, but the pear stuffing was amazing. I would recommend using a different cut of pork next time.


Ray Holcombe
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This pork chop recipe was absolutely delicious! The pear stuffing was a perfect balance of sweet and savory, and the chops were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.