PESTO RICE-STUFFED PORK CHOPS

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My family loves pork chops so I experimented stuffing them. I used some of our favorite flavors like pesto and used it to stuff them. It was a huge hit!-Carolyn Popwell, Lacey, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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

Steps:

  • 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. , Cut a pocket in each pork chop by slicing almost to the bone. Sprinkle chops with lemon-pepper. , 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., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 28-32 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Discard toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calories, Fat 30g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

Walladat Hussain
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This was my first time making pesto rice stuffed pork chops and they turned out amazing! The chops were juicy and flavorful, and the pesto rice stuffing was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


G0ld_icy7
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pork chops turned out great! The pesto rice stuffing was a bit dry for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Overall, this is a good recipe that I would recommend.


Aadiel Retief
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I'm not a big fan of pork chops, but I thought I would give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The chops were surprisingly tender and juicy, and the pesto rice stuffing was really good. I would definitely make this again.


sarbesh chaudhary
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more garlic and herbs to the pesto rice stuffing next time.


LaKota Koepke
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The pork chops are always juicy and flavorful, and the pesto rice stuffing is creamy and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sophie Murray
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pork chops turned out great! The pesto rice stuffing was a bit dry for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Overall, this is a good recipe that I would recommend.


Nazmul Hashn
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm glad I did! The pork chops were surprisingly tender and juicy, and the pesto rice stuffing was really good. I would definitely make this again.


Nadia Eljarmouni
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it! The pork chops were cooked to perfection and the pesto rice stuffing was delicious. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who has a little extra time to cook.


Haroon Zaib
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I'm not a fan of pesto, but I thought I would give this recipe a try anyway. I'm glad I did! The pork chops were juicy and flavorful, and the rice stuffing was really good. I would definitely make this again, but I would use a different sauce.


Md Ajijul Islam
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This was my first time making pork chops and they turned out amazing! The pesto rice stuffing was a great addition and really made the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Janbazz Jorip
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I love pesto and I love pork chops, so I knew I would love this recipe. I was right! The chops were juicy and flavorful, and the pesto rice stuffing was creamy and delicious. This is a definite keeper.


Ryan Tobin
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pork chops turned out great! The pesto rice stuffing was a bit bland for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Overall, this is a good recipe that I would recommend.


Vishal Vishal
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I'm not a big fan of pork chops, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm glad I did! The chops were surprisingly juicy and flavorful, and the pesto rice stuffing was really good. I'll definitely be making this again.


Alexandra Hebert
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and everyone loved it! The pork chops were cooked to perfection and the pesto rice stuffing was a delicious complement. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and impressive dish.


Nida Qadeer
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pork chops turned out perfectly. The pesto rice stuffing was a nice change from the usual bread stuffing.


Winston Graeme Bezuidenhout
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This pesto rice stuffed pork chops recipe was a hit with my family! The chops were juicy and flavorful, and the pesto rice stuffing was creamy and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.