Cooking For Two: Grilled Cordon-Bleu Pork Chops

Name: Cooking For Two: Grilled Cordon-Bleu Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Pork Loin Chops [bone in 8 oz each]; 1/4 cup Water; 1/4 cup Ketchup; 2 tablespoons Vinegar [white]; 1 tablespoon Onion Powder; 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce; 1 1/2 teaspoons Lemon Juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons Soy Sauce; 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 1/2 teaspoon Mustard [ground]; 2 slices Mozzarella Cheese; 2 slices Deli Ham

Servings: persons

2 Pork Loin Chops [bone in 8 oz each]
1/4 cup Water
1/4 cup Ketchup
2 tablespoons Vinegar [white]
1 tablespoon Onion Powder
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons Lemon Juice
1 1/2 teaspoons Soy Sauce
1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoon Mustard [ground]
2 slices Mozzarella Cheese
2 slices Deli Ham

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1. Cut a pocket in each chop by slicing almost to the bone; set aside.
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2. In a small bowl, combine the water, ketchup, vinegar, onion, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, soy sauce, garlic powder and mustard. Pour 1/2 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade.
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3. Drain and discard marinade. Place a cheese slice on each slice of ham; roll up jelly-roll style. Insert into each pocket; secure with toothpicks.
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4. Grill pork chops, {or broil for 10 - 12 minutes a side} covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145u00b0, basting occasionally with reserved marinade. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving. Discard toothpicks.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Pork Loin Chops [bone in 8 oz each], 1/4 cup Water, 1/4 cup Ketchup, 2 tablespoons Vinegar [white], and more.

Yes, Cooking For Two: Grilled Cordon-Bleu Pork Chops falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!