Pesto-Stuffed Pork Chops

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Mix feta, pesto, and pine nuts in a bowl. Cut a 3-inch slit in the side of each pork chop, using the tip of a sharp knife, about 2 inches deep and 1/4-inch away from bone. Stuff pork chops with feta-pesto filling and secure with toothpicks.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Mix black pepper, oregano, garlic, red pepper flakes, and thyme in a small bowl; rub onto both sides of each chop. Place chops into a shallow baking dish.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until chops are golden, 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, 5 minutes more.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (4 servings total)

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