Mozzarella-Stuffed Pork Chops With Polenta And Toma

Name: Mozzarella-Stuffed Pork Chops With Polenta And Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup quick-cooking polenta; 4 (1-inch) thick bone-in pork chops (about 2 1/2 pounds total); 4 (1/4-inch) thick slices smoked mozzarella (about 3 1/2 ounces); 4 teaspoons anchovy paste, divided; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided; 1 1/4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided; 4 garlic cloves, smashed; 2 pints grape tomatoes (about 3 1/2 cups); 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided; 1/2 cup milk; Chopped flat-leaf parsley, for serving; toothpicks

Servings: persons

1 cup quick-cooking polenta
4 (1-inch) thick bone-in pork chops (about 2 1/2 pounds total)
4 (1/4-inch) thick slices smoked mozzarella (about 3 1/2 ounces)
4 teaspoons anchovy paste, divided
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 1/4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided
4 garlic cloves, smashed
2 pints grape tomatoes (about 3 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1/2 cup milk
Chopped flat-leaf parsley, for serving
toothpicks

1
Preheat broiler on high and set oven rack 4 inches from heat. Line broiler pan or rimmed baking sheet with foil.
2
In a medium saucepan, prepare polenta according to package directions.
3
While polenta is cooking, prepare the pork chops. Place chops flat on cutting board and, using a sharp paring knife, make a horizontal slit 3 to 4 inches deep and 3 to 4 inches long in the side of each chop. Spread each mozzarella slice with 1 teaspoon anchovy paste. Stuff a piece of mozzarella inside each chop, press the pork closed, and secure with a toothpick.
4
Rub the chops with 1 tablespoon oil, season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and place on the foil-lined pan. Broil until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
5
Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm remaining 1/4 cup oil. Add garlic, tomatoes, and broth. Cover and cook until tomatoes softened and just beginning to burst, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove cover and discard garlic. Stir in 1 tablespoon butter, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
6
When the polenta is cooked, whisk in enough milk to thin the polenta to your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning.
7
Serve pork chops over polenta, topped with tomato pan sauce and parsley.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup quick-cooking polenta, 4 (1-inch) thick bone-in pork chops (about 2 1/2 pounds total), 4 (1/4-inch) thick slices smoked mozzarella (about 3 1/2 ounces), 4 teaspoons anchovy paste, divided, and more.

Yes, Mozzarella-Stuffed Pork Chops With Polenta And Tomatoes 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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Mozzarella-Stuffed Pork Chops With Polenta And Tomatoes

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