Baked Pork Chops and Stuffing

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this comforting recipe for Baked Pork Chops and Stuffing—a one-pan wonder that combines tender, seasoned pork chops with a savory, herb-infused stuffing. Perfectly seared pork chops are nestled atop a fragrant bed of sautéed onions, celery, and garlic blended with flavorful chicken broth, dried sage, thyme, and parsley. Whether you use classic stuffing mix or cubed stale bread, this dish delivers irresistible textures and layers of flavor, especially with the optional addition of shredded cheddar cheese. Finished off with a golden-brown bake in the oven, this hearty dish is as satisfying as it is simple, making it ideal for cozy family dinners. Ready in just one hour, this recipe is sure to be your next go-to for easy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces pork chops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 cups chicken broth
• 0.5 teaspoon dried sage
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 3 cups stuffing mix or cubed stale bread
• 0.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown but not fully cooked through. Remove the chops from the skillet and set them aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth and deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom for added flavor.

Step 8

Stir in the dried sage, thyme, and parsley. Let the mixture simmer for 1 minute.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and add the stuffing mix or cubed stale bread, stirring to evenly coat the bread with the broth mixture.

Step 10

If desired, mix in shredded cheddar cheese for a richer stuffing.

Step 11

Spread the stuffing evenly in the skillet or transfer it to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 12

Nestle the seared pork chops on top of the stuffing.

Step 13

Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 14

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the stuffing is golden brown and the pork chops reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 15

Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1197.7 grams (1197.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2965

Total Fat 140.40g	180%
Saturated Fat 60.10g	301%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 422mg	141%
Sodium 7874mg	342%
Total Carbohydrate 267.70g	97%
Dietary Fiber 15.60g	56%
Total Sugars 30.20g
Protein 152.20g	304%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 797mg	61%
Iron 18mg	100%
Potassium 2240mg	48%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.9%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 36.4%