Pesto Rice-Stuffed Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Pesto Rice-Stuffed Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves; 1/2 cup fresh parsley sprigs; 1/2 cup chopped pecans; 3 garlic cloves, peeled; 2/3 cup cooked wild rice; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon chili sauce; 4 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each); 1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning; 1 tablespoon butter

Servings: persons

1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup fresh parsley sprigs
1/2 cup chopped pecans
3 garlic cloves, peeled
2/3 cup cooked wild rice
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chili sauce
4 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1 tablespoon butter

1
In a food processor, combine the basil, parsley, pecans and garlic; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a small bowl; add the rice, cheeses, oil and chili sauce.
2
Cut a pocket in each pork chop by slicing almost to the bone. Sprinkle chops with lemon-pepper.
3
In a large skillet, brown chops in butter; cool for 5 minutes. Fill with rice mixture; secure with toothpicks if necessary. Place in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray.
4
Bake, uncovered, at 350u00b0 for 28-32 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160u00b0. Discard toothpicks.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, 1/2 cup fresh parsley sprigs, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 3 garlic cloves, peeled, and more.

Yes, Pesto Rice-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.

Pesto Rice-Stuffed Pork Chops

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