Best 3 Stuffed Iowa Chops Recipes

**Stuffed Iowa Chops: A Culinary Journey of Flavors and Textures**

Discover the delectable Stuffed Iowa Chops, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This culinary masterpiece features tender and juicy pork chops stuffed with a savory breadcrumb mixture, complemented by the richness of bacon and the tangy zip of onion. Three tempting variations elevate this dish to new heights: the classic Stuffed Iowa Chops, the tangy Stuffed Iowa Chops with Applesauce, and the hearty Stuffed Iowa Chops with Wild Rice. Each recipe offers a unique flavor profile, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience. Embark on a culinary adventure with Stuffed Iowa Chops, and relish the perfect balance of flavors in every bite.

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STUFFED IOWA CHOPS

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Here's a hearty dish for big appetites. The corn and apples make a tasty stuffing for the chops. -Judith Smith, Des Moines, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

4 bone-in pork loin chops (1-1/2 inches thick and 8 ounces each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped peeled apple
1 cup whole kernel corn
1 cup dry bread crumbs
SAUCE:
1/3 cup honey
3 to 4 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Cut a pocket in each pork chop by slicing almost to the bone. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown chops on each side; cool slightly., In a bowl, mix onion, parsley, milk and seasonings. Add apple, corn and bread crumbs; toss to combine. Spoon into pork chops; place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a small bowl, mix sauce ingredients; reserve half of the sauce for brushing. Pour remaining sauce over pork chops. Bake, uncovered, 50-60 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in stuffing reads 165°, brushing occasionally with reserved sauce during the last 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 875mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

STUFFED IOWA STEAKS (PORK CHOPS)

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My local butcher used to cut these nearly 2 inch thick gorgeous pork chops. We would slice open the chop to the bone and stuff with a sweet savory sausage stuffing, these thick pork chops are a summer time hit.

Provided by Chummers

Categories Pork

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 chops, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

8 pork chops (Special Order 1 3/4-inch thick)
3 tablespoons fresh ground black pepper
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups finely chopped red onions
12 ounces sweet Italian sausage
8 ounces coarsely chopped apricots
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup dried currant (rehydrate in orange juice)
3 minced garlic cloves
2 oranges, zest of
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup bitter orange marmalade

Steps:

Ask your butcher to cut up some inch and half nearly two inch thick bone in pork chops.
Prepare rub and coat pork chops up to one day before grilling.
Brown sausage, drain, set aside to cool. Cook down onions in hot oil until slightly brown and translucent. Not looking for the caramelized onions you might put on your burger here. Return sausage to pan, add remaining ingredients for stuffing, heat and then cool to touch.
Cut center slit in pork chops to the bone, stuff with sausage, onion, fruit mixture. Over stuffing these monsters is okay. A saturated bamboo stick could help hold it together but not necessary.
Warm marmalade over low heat until slightly liquid form.
Heat grill to medium high, MOM on a three burner Weber (medium-off-medium) , or about a 7-8 count (hand over heat) for charcoal.
Grill on indirect heat for 8-10 minutes on first side, flipping and grilling for a remaining 6-8 minutes. This can be one of those times that a fine set of grill marks will pay off big dividends on presentation, so if you're thinking grill marks I am sure you know what to do. When only a few minutes are left coat chop with glaze, being careful not to put on too soon and have sugars burn. Grilling pork can be a personal choice as to when they are done. Because of the moist stuffing, these do not tend to dry out. But with the glaze you can blacken them and give that bitter burnt taste to what was going to be your best meal of summer.
Check temp of pork chop and remove from heat. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. I might use a tinfoil tent from time to time if I need to stretch out the time before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625.2, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 150.1, Sodium 2274.8, Carbohydrate 50.5, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 39.8, Protein 50.4

STUFFED IOWA CHOPS (OAMC)

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Taken from the Taste of Home website, this has become a favorite even among those that previously claimed to dislike pork chops. Pretty enough to serve to company, this recipe can be made ahead of time and even frozen. I recommend freezing the sauce separately and adding to chops after they've been in the oven a bit. I also double the sauce and the stuffing mix. People LOVE this. I've frozen this several times with great success. I hope you love this as much as we do.

Provided by SugaJ

Categories Pork

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

4 pork loin chops with bone, - 1-1/2-inch thick each chop
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup diced apple
1 tablespoon minced parsley
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 cup corn (I use a little more than a cup because we like the added texture)
1 cup dried breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4-1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1/2 cup honey
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Cut a large pocket in the side of each chop.
Brown chops in oil over medium heat.
In a bowl, combine the corn, apple, bread crumbs, parsley, onion, milk, salt, sage, and pepper.
Stuff some of the mixture into the opening of each Pork Chop.
Line the bottom of a greased 13 x 9" baking dish with the leftover stuffing, and lay the Chops on top.
Combine the sauce ingredients; pour half over the chops and drizzle over the stuffing lining the pan.
Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for an hour or so until the thermometer reads 160 degrees. Continually baste with the remaining sauce. I do reserve some to drizzle over the chops as they are plated and served.

Tips:

For a more flavorful dish, use bone-in chops.
To ensure the chops are cooked evenly, pound them to an even thickness before stuffing.
Feel free to experiment with different stuffing ingredients. Some popular options include bread crumbs, rice, vegetables, and cheese.
If you don't have a meat mallet, you can use a rolling pin to pound the chops.
Be careful not to overcook the chops, as they will become dry and tough.
Serve the chops immediately with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Stuffed Iowa chops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give stuffed Iowa chops a try.