Goat Cheese and Pear Stuffed Pork Chops with Balsam

Name: Goat Cheese and Pear Stuffed Pork Chops with Balsamic Reduction
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 whole Pork Chops, Bone In; 1 teaspoon Coriander; 1 teaspoon Cumin; 1 teaspoon Black Pepper; 1 teaspoon Salt, Divided; 1 cup Balsamic Vinegar; 1 whole Large Shallot, Diced; 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar; 1 whole Medium Onion, Diced; 2 whole Pears, Not Too Soft; 6 ounces, weight Goat Cheese; 1 sprig Rosemary, Chopped; 1 cup Bread Crumbs

Servings: persons

4 whole Pork Chops, Bone In
1 teaspoon Coriander
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Salt, Divided
1 cup Balsamic Vinegar
1 whole Large Shallot, Diced
1 teaspoon Brown Sugar
1 whole Medium Onion, Diced
2 whole Pears, Not Too Soft
6 ounces, weight Goat Cheese
1 sprig Rosemary, Chopped
1 cup Bread Crumbs

1
Set oven to 350 degrees F.
2
On the side opposite of the bone, cut an opening in each pork chop to create a pocket for the stuffing.
3
Mix coriander, cumin, black pepper and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt.
4
Rub the pork chops inside and out with spice mix and let stand.
5
Start balsamic reduction: mix vinegar, shallot and brown sugar in a small saucepan and place on medium heat.
6
After it starts boiling, let simmer until content is reduced to 1/3 of original amount.
7
Saute onion in a skillet over medium heat until softened.
8
When done, remove from skillet into a bowl.
9
Core pears and cut in small cubes.
10
Mix sauteed onions, pears and soft goat cheese in the bowl.
11
Add finely cut rosemary, salt and pepper to taste.
12
Use a spoon to stuff pork chops generously with goat cheese and pear mixture.
13
Lightly roll stuffed pork chops in bread crumbs.
14
Make sure bread crumbs cover the pocket opening to prevent stuffing from coming out.
15
Brown pork chops on medium heat on both sides just to brown and sear the outsides.
16
Then arrange the chops in a greased baking pan.
17
Bake for 30 minutes or until a thermometer placed in the middle of a pork chop reaches 160 degrees F.
18
Sprinkle each pork chop with one tablespoon balsamic reduction.
19
Serve with white rice.
20
Tip: If you have time, let the pork chops sit in milk for at least an hour before you start cooking.
21
Milk is a great tenderizer.

445

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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: 4 whole Pork Chops, Bone In, 1 teaspoon Coriander, 1 teaspoon Cumin, 1 teaspoon Black Pepper, and more.

Yes, Goat Cheese and Pear Stuffed Pork Chops with Balsamic Reduction 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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Goat Cheese and Pear Stuffed Pork Chops with Balsamic Reduction

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