Pork Chops With Spinach-Apricot Stuffing Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• STEP 2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
• STEP 3.Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool.
• STEP 4.In a bowl, combine the cooled spinach mixture, apricots, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
• STEP 5.Cut a pocket into each pork chop and stuff with the spinach-apricot mixture.
• STEP 6.In the same skillet, heat more olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops on both sides until browned.
• STEP 7.Transfer the pork chops to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
• STEP 8.Serve the pork chops with the spinach-apricot stuffing and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to fully cook the spinach before adding it to the stuffing mixture.
• You can use fresh or frozen spinach for this recipe.
• If you don't have apricots, you can substitute with dried cranberries or raisins.
• For extra flavor, you can sprinkle some herbs like thyme or rosemary on top of the pork chops before baking.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover pork chops can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, place the pork chops in a baking dish and cover with foil. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until heated through.
• Serve the pork chops with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.