Cherry-Stuffed Pork Chops Recipe

Nutrition Facts

  • One serving:
  • 1 stuffed pork chop
  • Calories:
  • 401
  • Fat:
  • 15 g
  • Saturated Fat:
  • 5 g
  • Cholesterol:
  • 87 mg
  • Sodium:
  • 270 mg
  • Carbohydrate:
  • 29 g
  • Fiber:
  • 1 g
  • Protein:
  • 36 g


Grilled Stuffed Pork Chops

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Cherry-Stuffed Pork Chops

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Grilled pork chops have a lovely stuffing of couscous, cherries and seasonings in this quick and elegant main dish. Served with a salad, it’s perfect for special occasions, but speedy enough for everyday family suppers.

SERVINGS: 6

CATEGORY: Main Dish

METHOD: Grill (gas or charcoal)

TIME: Prep: 20 min. Grill: 20 min.

Ingredients:

  • 1 package (5.6 ounces) couscous with toasted pine nuts
  • 6 boneless pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 6 ounces each)
  • 1/2 cup dried cherries
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions:

Prepare couscous according to package directions. Meanwhile, cut a deep slit in each pork chop, forming a pocket. Stir the cherries, brown sugar, butter and ginger into prepared couscous. Stuff 1/3 cup into each chop; secure with toothpicks. Sprinkle with garlic powder and pepper.
    Grill pork chops, covered, over medium heat for 10-12 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 160°. Discard toothpicks. Yield: 6 servings.


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