Fruit-Stuffed Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Fruit-Stuffed Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (14.5-ounce) can pitted tart cherries, drained; 1 cup herb-seasoned stuffing mix; 1/2 cup chopped Granny Smith apple; 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar; 1/4 cup raisins; 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/3 cup chopped onion; 5 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided; 4 (1 1/4-inch-thick) bone-in center-cut pork chops (about 3 pounds)

Servings: persons

1 (14.5-ounce) can pitted tart cherries, drained
1 cup herb-seasoned stuffing mix
1/2 cup chopped Granny Smith apple
1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup chopped dried apricots
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup chopped onion
5 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
4 (1 1/4-inch-thick) bone-in center-cut pork chops (about 3 pounds)

1
Combine first 12 ingredients in a medium bowl.
2
Cook onion in 1 tablespoon hot oil in a small skillet over medium heat 3 minutes or until tender. Add to cherry mixture, tossing to coat.
3
Cut a slit (about 2 inches deep and 3 to 4 inches long; do not cut in half) in 1 side of each pork chop to form a pocket. Spoon stuffing mixture evenly into each pocket. Secure with a wooden pick.
4
Cook pork in remaining 4 tablespoons hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 3 minutes on each side or until brown. Place chops in a 13- x 9-inch pan.
5
Bake at 350u00b0 for 15 to 20 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into stuffing registers 160u00b0. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (14.5-ounce) can pitted tart cherries, drained, 1 cup herb-seasoned stuffing mix, 1/2 cup chopped Granny Smith apple, 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Fruit-Stuffed 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.

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Fruit-Stuffed Pork Chops

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