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Stuffed Pesto Pork Chops Recipe

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3 tablespoons of crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons of chilled basil pesto
1 tablespoon of toasted pine nuts
4 bone-in pork loin chops, 1 1/4-inch thick
1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
1 teaspoon of dried oregano
1 teaspoon of garlic, minced
½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon of ground thyme
2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
Directions:
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375º F. Spray a shallow baking dish with cooking spray.

In a small bowl, mix feta cheese, basil pesto, and pine nuts. Use the tip of a sharp boning or paring knife to cut a 3-inch slit in the side of each pork chop, 2 inches deep and 1/4-inch away from the bone, to make a pocket for stuffing. Stuff pork chops with pesto filling and secure with toothpicks.

Mix black pepper, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, and thyme in a small bowl; rub both sides of each chop with the spice mix. Place chops into a shallow baking dish.

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes. or until chops are browned and stuffing is hot. An instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the center of the stuffing should read 145º F. Brush chops with balsamic vinegar and bake until vinegar forms a glaze (about another 5 minutes).
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Number Of Servings:
4 servings
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1 hour

 

 

 

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