Ingredients for Apple Raisin Stuffed Pork Chops
- 1 cup apple juice
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored and diced
- 1/2 cup seedless raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup fine dry breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Dry White Wine
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 4 (1-inch thick) boneless pork loin chops
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- enough water to reach about 1/4 inch up the sides of the pan
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How to Make Apple Raisin Stuffed Pork Chops
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup apple juice and 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat, cover, and cook for 25 minutes, or until apples are tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup Sun-Maid raisins. Let stand for 5 minutes.
- Drain the apple mixture, reserving 1/4 cup of the liquid.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cooked apple and raisin mixture with 1/2 cup chopped walnuts and 1/2 cup breadcrumbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon ground ginger.
- Add the wet ingredients to the breadcrumb mixture, tossing gently to combine.
- Cut 4 (1-inch thick) pork chops lengthwise, almost to the bone, creating a pocket in each chop.
- Spoon about 1/3 cup of the stuffing mixture into each pocket.
- Secure the pockets with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork chops on both sides for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Transfer the pork chops to a 13x9x2-inch baking pan.
- Sprinkle the chops lightly with salt and pepper.
- Pour the reserved 1/4 cup apple liquid into the baking pan. Add enough water to reach about 1/4 inch up the sides of the pan.
- Bake, covered, in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 1 hour, or until the pork chops are cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
7 g
Sugar
71g
Fat
53g
Carbs
8g
