Best 7 Pork Loin Chops With Cherry Apple Stuffing Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our delectable pork loin chops, meticulously crafted to tantalize your taste buds. These succulent chops are generously stuffed with a captivating medley of sweet cherries, crisp apples, savory bread crumbs, aromatic herbs, and a hint of tangy Dijon mustard, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Perfectly seared and finished with a luscious cherry-apple glaze, our pork loin chops emerge from the oven as culinary masterpieces, ready to steal the show at your dinner table.

Accompanying this main course sensation are three additional recipes that will elevate your dining experience to new heights:

1. **Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes:** Creamy, velvety mashed potatoes infused with the rich, nutty flavor of roasted garlic.

2. **Sautéed Green Beans with Bacon:** Crisp green beans tossed with smoky bacon, creating a vibrant and flavorful side dish.

3. **Homemade Cranberry Sauce:** A classic condiment bursting with the tart sweetness of cranberries, adding a festive touch to your meal.

These recipes, when combined, form a culinary symphony that will wow your guests and leave them craving for more. So, prepare to embark on a taste adventure like no other as you discover the magic of our pork loin chops with cherry-apple stuffing.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PORK LOIN CHOPS WITH CHERRY-APPLE STUFFING



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Pork and tart dried cherries make a great meal for a cool fall evening. Prepare your salad or other side while this casserole finishes in the oven.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Boneless

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 Pink Lady apple, cored and finely chopped
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup dried tart cherries
⅔ cup chopped English walnuts
1 (6 ounce) package herb-seasoned dry bread stuffing mix
½ cup finely diced celery
½ cup finely diced onion
3 tablespoons melted butter
6 3/4-inch thick boneless pork loin chops
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 2 1/2-quart casserole dish.
  • Mix apple, chicken broth, cherries, walnuts, stuffing mix, celery, onion, and melted butter together in a large bowl; transfer to the prepared casserole dish.
  • Season pork chops with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook pork chops in hot oil until browned on one side, 2 to 3 minutes. Arrange the chops atop the stuffing mixture with the browned side facing up; press into the stuffing. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and continue baking until pork chops are cooked through, about 10 to 15 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 589.6 calories, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 86.4 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 35.5 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 759.5 mg, Sugar 28.3 g

PORK CHOPS WITH APPLES AND STUFFING



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The heartwarming taste of apples with cinnamon is the perfect accompaniment to tender pork chops. This dish is always a winner with my family. Because it calls for only four ingredients, it's a main course that I can serve with little preparation. -Joan Hamilton, Worcester, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 package (6 ounces) crushed stuffing mix
1 can (21 ounces) apple pie filling with cinnamon
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, prepare stuffing according to package directions. Spread pie filling into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Place the pork chops on top; spoon stuffing over chops., Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake until a thermometer reads 145°, about 10 minutes longer. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 550mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

PORK CHOPS WITH APPLES AND STUFFING



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Apples and stuffing mix provides a wonderful addition to these pork chops - perfect for dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 teaspoon butter or margarine, softened
2 unpeeled red baking apples, sliced
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
4 bone-in pork loin chops, 3/4 inch thick (about 2 lb), trimmed
1 cup apple juice or apple cider
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 1/2 cups stuffing mix for pork or chicken (from 12-oz box or 8- or 12-oz canister)
1/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Brush 1/2 teaspoon butter in bottom of 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish. Spread apple slices in dish. In small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over apples. Sprinkle seasoned salt on both sides of pork; place pork over apples.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat apple juice and 2 tablespoons butter to boiling over medium-high heat. Stir in stuffing mix and cranberries. Cover; remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff mixture with fork. Scoop 1/2 cup stuffing onto each pork chop.
  • Spray sheet of foil with cooking spray; place sprayed side down over baking dish. Bake 40 to 50 minutes. Uncover; bake 5 to 10 minutes longer or until pork is no longer pink in center and meat thermometer inserted in center reads 160°F. Sprinkle with parsley. To serve, lift pork chops with stuffing to serving plates; serve apples on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 680 mg, Sugar 23 g, TransFat 0 g

APPLE-STUFFED PORK CHOPS



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I've been making these delicious extra-thick chops for over 30 years. It's a wonderful entree to serve company and it also savored by our family on special occasions. -Paula Disterhaupt, Bakersfield, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon chopped onion
1/4 cup butter
3 cups soft bread cubes
2 cups finely chopped apples
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
6 bone-in pork loin chops (1-1/2 inches thick and 7 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; add the bread cubes, apples, celery, parsley and 1/4 teaspoon salt. , Cut a pocket in each chop by making a horizontal cut through the meat almost to the bone. Sprinkle inside and outside with pepper and remaining salt. Spoon stuffing loosely into pockets. , In a large skillet, brown the chops on both sides in oil. Place in an ungreased large baking pan. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 30 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 534mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

SLOW-COOKER PORK CHOPS WITH APPLE-CHERRY STUFFING



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Lots of flavorful stuff in this easy recipe-sweet dried cherries, tart apples and savory onions.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 3h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (6 oz) turkey flavor stuffing mix
3 medium celery stalks, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium tart cooking apple, peeled and chopped (1 cup)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup dried cherries
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
6 boneless pork loin chops, about 3/4 inch thick (about 2 lb)

Steps:

  • Generously spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix all ingredients except pork. Arrange pork chops in bottom of slow cooker. Evenly spoon stuffing mixture over pork chops.
  • Cover; cook on low heat setting 3 to 4 hours or until pork is at least 145°F and stuffing is 165°F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Chop and about 3/4 cup stuffing, Sodium 660 mg, Sugar 25 g, TransFat 1/2 g

APPLE PORK CHOPS AND STUFFING



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Tender, moist pork chops surrounded by apples and stuffing make this quick and easy supper a great meal anytime.

Provided by Sweetly

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Boneless

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 (1-inch thick) boneless pork loin chops
1 ½ cups water
¼ cup margarine
1 (6 ounce) package pork stuffing mix
1 (21 ounce) can apple pie filling with cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; brown pork chops in the hot oil, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Bring water and margarine to a boil in a saucepan; add stuffing mix and cover. Remove saucepan from heat and let stand 5 minutes to absorb water. Remove cover and fluff stuffing with a fork.
  • Spread apple pie filling into the prepared baking dish; layer pork chops onto pie filling layer. Spoon stuffing over pork chops. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and cook until pork is no longer pink in the center, about 10 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553.1 calories, Carbohydrate 46.1 g, Cholesterol 106.6 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 44 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 649.6 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

APPLE STUFFED PORK CHOPS



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A healthy, savory apple-y stuffing. You can make a delicious gravy from the pan drippings, too, if desired!

Provided by Nancy Burrowes

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Stuffed

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon chopped onion
¼ cup butter
3 cups fresh bread crumbs
2 cups chopped apples
¼ cup chopped celery
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon salt
6 (1 1/4 inch) thick pork chops
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet saute onion in butter or margarine until tender. Remove from heat. Add the bread crumbs, apples, celery, parsley and salt. Mix all together. Cut a large pocket in the side of each pork chop; season inside and out with salt and pepper to taste. Spoon apple mixture loosely into pockets.
  • In skillet, heat oil to medium high and brown chops on both sides. Place browned chops in an ungreased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove cover and bake for 30 minutes longer or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.2 calories, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 89.7 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 32.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 625.7 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use bone-in pork loin chops. The bone helps to keep the meat moist and flavorful.
  • If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can cook the pork chops until they are no longer pink in the center.
  • To make the cherry-apple stuffing, use fresh cherries and apples. If you don't have fresh fruit, you can use frozen or canned fruit.
  • If you don't have a bread machine, you can make the stuffing by hand. Simply combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and mix until well blended.
  • Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Pork Loin Chops with Cherry-Apple Stuffing is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. The pork chops are juicy and flavorful, and the stuffing is sweet and tart. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner.

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