Stuffed Italian Pork Chops

Elevate your dinner game with these irresistible Stuffed Italian Pork Chops, a dish that combines savory flavors and comforting textures in every bite. Thick-cut, bone-in pork chops are generously stuffed with a flavorful blend of Italian breadcrumbs, gooey mozzarella, nutty Parmesan, fresh parsley, and a hint of garlic. The pork chops are then seared to golden perfection, infused with paprika, and baked in a savory chicken broth to ensure a juicy, tender result. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or an impressive dinner party centerpiece, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a crisp side salad. Ready in under an hour, these restaurant-quality Italian pork chops will effortlessly bring a taste of Italy to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops (thick-cut)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 cup Chicken broth

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Using a sharp knife, carefully create a pocket along the side of each pork chop by slicing horizontally. Be careful not to cut all the way through.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the Italian breadcrumbs, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, minced garlic, egg, and Italian seasoning until well mixed. This will be your stuffing mixture.

Step 4

Stuff each pork chop with an equal amount of the breadcrumb mixture, pressing it inside the pocket and securing the opening with toothpicks if necessary.

Step 5

Season the outside of the pork chops with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 6

Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the stuffed pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Step 7

Pour the chicken broth into the skillet around the pork chops. This helps keep them moist while baking.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with extra chopped parsley if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1392.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2712.2

Total Fat 151.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 619.8mg	0%
Sodium 6112.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 17.9g
Protein 160.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 1325.7mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 2070.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.1%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 26.2%