Best 8 Eastern European Stuffed Pork Chops Recipes

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**Discover the Eastern European Delight: Stuffed Pork Chops with Diverse Recipe Variations**

Embark on a culinary journey to Eastern Europe with our tantalizing selection of stuffed pork chop recipes. These mouthwatering dishes elevate the classic pork chop by enveloping it with a symphony of savory fillings and aromatic spices. From the rustic charm of Polish gołąbki to the hearty indulgence of Romanian sarmale, each recipe offers a unique taste experience. Whether you prefer the tangy sauerkraut embrace of German rouladen or the rich medley of vegetables and herbs in Hungarian töltött káposzta, our collection caters to every taste bud. Prepare to be captivated by the explosion of flavors as you bite into these succulent stuffed pork chops, each one a testament to the culinary heritage of Eastern Europe.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

STUFFED PORK CHOPS



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup kosher salt
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 quarts water
4 (2-inch thick) pork chops, bone-in rib loin chops, split to bone
2 slices bacon, chopped
2 stalks celery, minced
1 small onion, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon freshly chopped rosemary leaves
1 tablespoon freshly chopped sage leaves
2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley leaves
2 1/2 cups crumbled cornbread
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chicken broth
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk salt and sugars in 2-quarts of cold water. Add pork chops and cover. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Remove the pork chops from the brine and dry well.
  • In a large heavy bottomed saute pan, begin to fry bacon. Add celery, onion and garlic to pan and allow to saute with the crispy bacon. Add rosemary, sage and parsley after bacon has cooked for 8 to 10 minutes. Saute until fragrant. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a large bowl add cornbread, dried cranberries and chicken stock. Stir in the cooked vegetable mixture. Mix well.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Stuff the chop with about 1/2 cup of stuffing. Use toothpicks to help seal the chops. Grill the chops for 5 to 7 minutes per side. Internal temperature should be 145 degrees F. Allow chop to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

STUFFED PORK CHOPS



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Pinch salt
Pinch pepper
Pinch garlic powder
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 bone-in pork chops, about 1 1/2-inch thick
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and saute until translucent, about 7 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the breadcrumbs, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Stir in the beaten egg and parsley.
  • To cut pockets into the pork chops, insert the point of a small sharp knife horizontally into the fat-covered edge. Move the knife back and forth to create a deep pocket about 1 1/2 inches wide.
  • Fill the pocket of each chop with the breadcrumb mixture. Secure the openings with toothpicks.
  • Place the flour in a shallow bowl. Dredge the stuffed chops lightly in the flour, shaking off the excess. Wipe out the skillet used previously for the stuffing and place it over medium-high heat. Add the oil and, when hot, add the chops. Sear over medium heat until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side.
  • Place a rack in a roasting or baking pan and add water, being careful not to cover the rack with water. Place the chops on the rack and cover the roaster with the lid or aluminum foil. Bake the chops for 1 hour. Let rest, remove the toothpicks and serve.

STUFFING STUFFED PORK CHOPS



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Incredibly tasty stuffing stuffed pork chops combine thick-cut chops with savory Stove Top stuffing for a satisfying family dinner! This easy meal is sure to be a new favorite with its delightfully savory flavors!

Provided by Angela

Categories     Chicken Dishes     Dinner Recipes     Main Dish

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups chicken broth
6 oz Stove Top Stuffing boxed mix ((1 box or 1 packet in a twin pack))
1/2 cup milk
2 Tbsp butter
1 1/2 lbs pork chops ((4 thick-cut boneless pork loins or bone-in pork chops))
1/2 tsp each, salt & pepper ((to taste))
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/2 cup white onion ((optional, for stuffing - diced, or yellow onion))
1/2 cup celery ((optional, for stuffing))
1/2 cup dried cranberries ((optional, for stuffing))
gravy ((optional, for serving))

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 pan or baking dish with oil or non-stick cooking spray.
  • Heat your chicken broth in the microwave for 2 minutes on high, or heat to a low boil in a small saucepan on the stovetop.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the Stove Top Stuffing Mix with heated broth, butter, and milk. Add optional ingredients onion, celery, and/or the dried cranberries if desired. Mix until well combined and set aside.
  • Trim any fat from the pork chops, then use a sharp knife to cut 3/4 of the way through the thickest portion of the pork chops (butterfly-style). Do this carefully, so that you do not cut all the way through!
  • Fill each pork chop with approximately 1/2 cup portion of the stuffing mixture and place them into the prepared baking dish. Spread any remaining stuffing around the pork chops. Mix together the salt, pepper, and garlic powder then sprinkle seasoning onto each pork chop.
  • Bake in the middle of the center rack in your oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, depending on the thickness of your pork chops. The internal temperature should reach a minimum of 145°F (63°C) before serving.
  • Remove from the oven when done and serve immediately. Pour gravy over when serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550 kcal, Carbohydrate 49 g, Protein 43 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Sodium 1367 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 16 g, UnsaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GARLIC HERB-STUFFED PORK CHOPS RECIPE BY TASTY



Garlic Herb-stuffed Pork Chops Recipe by Tasty image

Forget dry pork chops because these pan-fried cutlets are coated in golden panko bread crumbs and stuffed with a creamy garlic and herb cheese filling to keep them juicy. They're tender, bursting with flavor, and come together in less than 30 minutes. If you've only ever had dry, sad pork chops before and want to try something different, this is the recipe for you.

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 pork chops

Number Of Ingredients 13

16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1 tablespoon garlic powder
¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
1 cup shredded provolone cheese
4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
8 boneless pork chops
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 cups flour
3 eggs, beaten
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
4 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, pepper, garlic powder, chives, provolone, and bacon, stirring until thoroughly mixed. Set aside.
  • Season all sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper.
  • Carefully cut a pocket through the side of the pork chop in order to create a cavity. Stuff the cavity with a generous spoonful of the cream cheese mixture and press around the edges of the pork to seal it in. Repeat with the remaining pork chops.
  • Dip the stuffed pork chops in the flour, shaking off excess, then the egg, then the breadcrumbs. Repeat with the remaining pork chops.
  • Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the pork chops for about one to two minutes, then flip. Remove from the heat and bake for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is bubbling and starting to brown.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1077 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 71 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 58 grams, Sugar 4 grams

STUFFED PORK CHOPS



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Juicy and flavorful, this dish makes a dramatic centerpiece for a Sunday meal. If you're in the neighborhood, Peter sells pre-stuffed pork chops.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 double-cut pork chops
1/4 cup bread crumbs
1/2 pound fresh Italian sausage, diced
1 slice prosciutto, minced
1 slice fresh mozzarella, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Pinch salt and pepper
String, for tying
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
1/4 cup butter
1 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • With a pairing knife, cut a pocket in the rounded side of each chop. In a bowl, combine the bread crumbs, sausage, prosciutto, mozzarella, garlic, and salt and pepper. Stuff each chop with the mixture and sew or tie them closed with string.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, pat the chops dry then place them in the pan. Brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Remove the pork chops and set them aside in a roasting pan.
  • Add the onions, butter, white wine, and chicken broth to the skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring, for 6 to 8 minutes. Add them to the pan with the pork chops. And bake for 1 hour. Remove the string before serving, and drizzle the pork chops with pan juices once plated.

STUFFED GRILLED PORK CHOPS



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 39m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 double thick bone-in loin end pork chops
1 cup salt
1 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 tablespoon mustard powder
2 cups cider vinegar, heated
1 pound ice cubes
1 1/2 cups cornbread, crumbled
2 tablespoons golden raisins
1/4 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
1/4 cup dried cherries, halved
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
2 teaspoons fresh sage, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a plastic container put the salt, sugar, peppercorns, and mustard powder. Add the hot vinegar and swirl to dissolve. Let mixture sit for 5 to 10 minutes to develop flavor. Add ice cubes and shake to melt most of the ice. Add chops and cover with brine. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Remove chops from container and rinse. Cut horizontal pockets in each pork chop for stuffing. Combine rest of ingredients, and put into piping bag that is not fitted with a tip. Pipe each chop full with cornbread mixture. Grill the chops on medium high heat for 6 minutes on each side. Turn each chop 45 degrees after 3 minutes to mark.

CHEESE-STUFFED PORK CHOPS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt
1/4 cup sugar
4 bone-in, thick-cut pork chops (6 to 8 ounces each)
1/2 medium head escarole
2 cloves garlic
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing
Freshly ground pepper
4 slices provolone cheese (about 2 ounces)
4 fresh sage leaves, chopped
1 (19-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

Steps:

  • Dissolve 1/4 cup salt and the sugar in 3 cups warm water in a large bowl. Insert a paring knife into the curved side of each pork chop to make a deep pocket, about 2 inches wide. Soak the chops in the brine, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, finely chop the escarole and garlic. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Remove the chops from the brine and pat dry. Fold each cheese slice and tuck into the pocket of a pork chop, then stuff with the escarole mixture. Brush the pork with olive oil, sprinkle with the sage and season with salt and pepper. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork in batches, turning once, until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Add the beans and 1/3 cup water to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits; season with salt and pepper. Return the pork to the skillet, cover and cook over medium heat until no longer pink, 5 to 7 more minutes. Serve the pork with the beans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 63 milligrams, Sodium 693 milligrams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 31 grams

SUNDAY BEST STUFFED PORK CHOPS



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We're farmers and ranchers who love to cook in a Dutch oven. Dish up these chops from the oven, and pass the salad, potatoes and steamed broccoli. -Lorraine Smith, Carpenter, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (6 ounces) pork stuffing mix
3/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese
1 small apple, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
8 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Optional: Minced fresh chives or parsley

Steps:

  • Prepare stuffing according to package directions; cool slightly. In a small bowl, mix seasonings. In another bowl, whisk soup and milk until blended., Stir cheese, apple and pecans into cooled stuffing. Cut a pocket horizontally in the thickest part of each chop. Fill with stuffing mixture. Brush outsides of chops with 1 tablespoon oil; sprinkle with seasoning mixture., In a Dutch oven, heat remaining oil over medium heat. Stand pork chops in pan, stuffing side up, spaced evenly. Pour soup mixture around chops; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 35-40 minutes or until pork is no longer pink and a thermometer inserted in stuffing reads 165°., Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Transfer chops to a serving dish. Spoon sauce over top. If desired, sprinkle with chives or parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532 calories, Fat 30g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 973mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

Tips:

- To ensure the pork chops are cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer and cook until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). - For a crispy outer layer, sear the pork chops in a hot skillet before transferring them to the oven. - To prevent the stuffing from drying out, add some moisture, such as broth, milk, or water. - If you don't have a meat mallet, you can use a rolling pin or the bottom of a heavy pan to flatten the pork chops. - To make the dish more flavorful, try using a variety of herbs and spices in the stuffing, such as paprika, garlic, onion, and thyme. - Serve the stuffed pork chops with a side of mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

These Eastern European stuffed pork chops are a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a crispy outer layer and a flavorful, moist stuffing, these pork chops are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to prepare pork chops, give this recipe a try!

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