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Stuffed Iowa Chops

Irresistible Stuffed Iowa Chops with Sweet Apple Delight

Enjoy these Stuffed Iowa Chops filled with sweet apples and savory corn for a comforting dinner experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 chops
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chops
  • 4 pieces Bone-in Pork Loin Chops 1.5 inches thick for juicy perfection
  • 1 tablespoon Canola Oil For browning
For the Stuffing
  • 1 tablespoon Finely Chopped Onion Yellow or white onions
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Fresh Parsley Dried parsley works if fresh is unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon 2% Milk Use plant-based milk for dairy-free option
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor enhancement
  • 1/4 teaspoon Rubbed Sage Dried thyme can replace
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Chopped Peeled Apple Any tart apple, like Granny Smith
  • 1 cup Whole Kernel Corn Frozen corn can be used
  • 1 cup Dry Bread Crumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs can be used
For the Sauce
  • 1/3 cup Honey Maple syrup is a good alternative
  • 3-4 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can work too
  • 3/4 teaspoon Minced Fresh Rosemary Dried rosemary is acceptable

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Create a pocket in each pork chop by slicing along the side.
  3. Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium heat and brown each chop for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  4. Mix onion, parsley, milk, salt, sage, pepper, apple, corn, and breadcrumbs in a bowl; fill the chops.
  5. Arrange the filled chops in a greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
  6. Combine honey, Dijon mustard, and rosemary for the sauce; pour over the chops.
  7. Bake chops uncovered for 50-60 minutes, brushing with reserved sauce during the last 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1chopCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for added color.

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