Description
Indulge in the comfort of succulent pork chops filled with sweet pears and tangy Gorgonzola cheese. This 30-minute recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressive dinner gatherings. With a quick cooking process, you can create a gourmet experience right at home. Serve these flavorful stuffed pork chops alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless pork chops (1 inch thick)
- 2 ripe pears, diced
- 1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix diced pears, Gorgonzola cheese, and walnuts until well combined.
- Create pockets in each pork chop by slicing through one side and stuff generously with the pear mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear each chop for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Place the stuffed chops in the baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pork chop (180g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg