Pesto Stuffed Pork Chops With Caramelized Onions Recipes

PESTO STUFFED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• Mix feta cheese, basil pesto, and pine nuts in a bowl. Use the tip of a sharp boning or paring knife to cut a 3-inch slit in the side of each pork chop, 2 inches deep and 1/4-inch away from the bone, to make a pocket for stuffing. Stuff pork chops with pesto filling and secure with toothpicks.
• Mix black pepper, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, and thyme in a small bowl; rub both sides of each chop with the spice mix. Place chops into a shallow baking dish.
• Bake in the preheated oven until chops are browned and stuffing is hot, about 40 minutes. An instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the center of the stuffing should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Brush chops with balsamic vinegar and bake until vinegar forms a glaze, another 5 minutes.

PORK CHOPS SMOTHERED IN CARAMELIZED ONIONS

Steps:

• Season both sides of pork chops with garlic powder, sage, thyme, salt and pepper.
• Melt 2 tbs. butter in a large skillet over medium heat, evenly coating the bottom of the skillet.
• Increase heat to medium-high. Cook both sides of chops for 10-15 minutes until lightly browned. (Note: It is okay if the chops are not completely done, as there is more cooking time to come.).
• Push chops to outside edges of skillet. Melt the remaining 1 tbs. butter in the center of the skillet and add onions to the center of the skillet, sprinkling with sugar.
• Replace skillet cover and cook for 10 minutes, frequently tossing and stirring onions with a spatula. Onions are caramelized when tender and medium-brown in color. My husband prefers cooking them until slightly burned, as the flavor intensifies. (Note: Don't forget to watch your chops to make sure they don't burn.).
• Check chops for doneness before serving. They will be done when a fork piercing the thickest part of the chop draws clear juice. If the juice is pink, cook chops a bit longer until done. (Note: Make sure to watch onions, so they don't burn.).
• Serve pork chops with caramelized onions piled on top.

PESTO-STUFFED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• Cut deep pockets in one side of chops.
• Mix croutons, pesto sauce, tomatoes and Tabasco, if using. Stuff pork chops.
• Stand pork chops on end; uncut side down, so that stuffing is at the top.
• Pour white wine around chops.
• Cover tightly with foil and bake at 350 F; for 40 minutes.
• Uncover and continue baking about 15-20 minutes until slightly browned.
• Remove chops to heated plates.
• Stir in about 1/3 cup additional wine or water and 2 teaspoon cornstarch to sauce.
• Whisk until thoroughly blended.
• Serve sauce by drizzling around chops.

PESTO-STUFFED PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Cut each pork chop horizontally three-fourths of the way through the meat creating a pocket, being careful to not cut all the way through. Rub pork chops with cumin, paprika and salt. Fill each pork chop with 1 tablespoon pesto; secure with wooden picks.
• Heat oil in medium, ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes. Add pork chops; cook for 1 minute on each side until brown. Place skillet in oven.
• Bake pork chops and onion for 15 to 20 minutes or until pork is cooked through. Remove wooden picks; top with remaining 3 tablespoons pesto.

PESTO STUFFED PORK CHOPS

Steps:

• for filling stir together feta, pesto and pine nuts.
• place equal amounts of filling in each pork chop, secure opening with toothpick.
• for the rub, combine all other ingredients except for balsamic vinegar in a bowl
• brush rub on each pork chop.
• Bake at 375 degrees for 35-45 minute.
• During the last 5 minutes of cooking, brush balsamic vinegar on pork chops.

PESTO-STUFFED PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Cut each pork chop horizontally three-fourths of the way through the meat creating a pocket, being careful to not cut all the way through. Rub pork chops with cumin, paprika and salt. Fill each pork chop with 1 tablespoon pesto; secure with wooden picks.
• Heat oil in medium, ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes. Add pork chops; cook for 1 minute on each side until brown. Place skillet in oven.
• Bake pork chops and onion for 15 to 20 minutes or until pork is cooked through. Remove wooden picks; top with remaining 3 tablespoons pesto.

PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°F.
• Into a small bowl, thoroughly combine herbs and spices. Sprinkle both sides of pork chops. Set aside.
• Drizzle 1 tbs. olive oil into the bottom of a large, non-stick oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once oil is glistening hot, add sliced onions and cook for 8-10 minutes or until softened and lightly browned. Remove to a separate plate.
• Return skillet to medium-high heat and drizzle into it the remaining olive oil, turning the pan to coat the bottom. Brown both sides of chops (approximately 2 minutes per side), but do not cook through. Once browned, remove from heat.
• Top equally with onions and roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes or until cooked through.
• Serve immediately and enjoy!

PESTO-STUFFED PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Cut each pork chop horizontally three-fourths of the way through the meat creating a pocket, being careful to not cut all the way through. Rub pork chops with cumin, paprika and salt. Fill each pork chop with 1 tablespoon pesto; secure with wooden picks.
• Heat oil in medium, ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes. Add pork chops; cook for 1 minute on each side until brown. Place skillet in oven.
• Bake pork chops and onion for 15 to 20 minutes or until pork is cooked through. Remove wooden picks; top with remaining 3 tablespoons pesto.

SAVORY PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS

Steps:

• Sprinkle pork chops evenly with Cajun seasoning and pepper.
• Grill, covered with grill lid, over medium high heat (350°F to 400°F) 8 minutes on each side. Serve with Caramelized Onions.
• CARAMELIZED ONIONS:.
• Cook onion in hot olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring often, 10 to 12 minutes or until golden. Sprinkle with sugar, and cook 2 minutes. Add vinegar and next 3 ingredients, and cook 2 minutes. Serve warm or cold.

PESTO-STUFFED PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Cut each pork chop horizontally three-fourths of the way through the meat creating a pocket, being careful to not cut all the way through. Rub pork chops with cumin, paprika and salt. Fill each pork chop with 1 tablespoon pesto; secure with wooden picks.
• Heat oil in medium, ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes. Add pork chops; cook for 1 minute on each side until brown. Place skillet in oven.
• Bake pork chops and onion for 15 to 20 minutes or until pork is cooked through. Remove wooden picks; top with remaining 3 tablespoons pesto.