Fontina Pork Chops

Elevate your dinner table with these irresistible Fontina Pork Chops, a gourmet delight that’s surprisingly easy to make. This recipe features thick-cut, bone-in pork chops stuffed with a creamy, savory filling of Fontina cheese, fresh spinach, aromatic thyme, and minced garlic. Each chop is perfectly seared to golden-brown perfection before being baked to juicy tenderness in the oven. A quick and flavorful pan sauce made from chicken broth and butter takes this dish over the top, making it truly restaurant-worthy. Ready in just 40 minutes, these stuffed pork chops are ideal for impressing guests or transforming weeknight dining into a special occasion. Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete and unforgettable meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in, thick-cut)
• 1 cup Fontina cheese
• 1 cup Fresh spinach (washed and chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Using a sharp knife, gently cut a pocket into the thickest part of each pork chop, making sure not to slice all the way through.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the Fontina cheese, chopped spinach, minced garlic, and thyme leaves. Mix well.

Step 4

Stuff each pork chop pocket with the cheese and spinach mixture. Secure the openings with toothpicks to keep the filling in place during cooking.

Step 5

Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and black pepper.

Step 6

Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the pork chops to a plate. Cover with foil to keep warm.

Step 9

Return the skillet to the stovetop over medium heat. Add the butter and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to create a flavorful pan sauce.

Step 10

Drizzle the pan sauce over the pork chops and serve immediately. Enjoy your Fontina Pork Chops with your favorite sides!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1170.7 grams (1170.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2411

Total Fat 196.20g	252%
Saturated Fat 90.40g	452%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 602mg	201%
Sodium 4572mg	199%
Total Carbohydrate 13.50g	5%
Dietary Fiber 2.00g	7%
Total Sugars 0.60g
Protein 148.10g	296%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 1773mg	136%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 2037mg	43%

*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: 73.2%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 2.2%