Savory Spinach & Feta Stuffed Pork Chops
Experience a culinary delight with these Savory Spinach & Feta Stuffed Pork Chops, a dish that's both flavorful and satisfying. Thick, juicy pork chops are stuffed with a creamy mixture of well-drained spinach, tangy feta cheese, and a blend of aromatic herbs and spices. The dish is baked to perfection with mushrooms soaking up the delicious sauce, making it an impressive and hearty meal for family gatherings or special occasions. Serve with your favorite side for a complete dining experience that everyone will love.
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Servings
300
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
thick boneless pork chops
4 (5 ounces each)
frozen spinach
10 ounces (defrosted and well-drained)
feta cheese
4 ounces (or Swiss cheese)
Hellmann's mayonnaise
3 tablespoons
onion
1 medium (finely minced)
garlic clove
1 (minced)
seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon
Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon
sliced mushrooms
2/3 cup
sugar
2 tablespoons
beer
1 cup
Dale's Steak Seasoning
2 tablespoons
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
In a large skillet, spray with non-stick cooking spray and sauté the minced garlic and onions over medium heat until they are translucent and fragrant.
3
While the onion and garlic are cooking, prepare the spinach filling. Squeeze the defrosted spinach to remove as much excess moisture as possible.
4
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained spinach, feta cheese (or Swiss cheese), mayonnaise, sautéed onion and garlic, seasoned salt, and Italian seasoning. Mix well to create a creamy filling.
5
Trim any visible fat from the pork chops and ensure they are thick and even. Carefully cut a vertical slit about 3/4 of the way through each chop to form a pocket for stuffing.
6
Stuff each pork chop with a generous quarter of the spinach filling, pressing down gently to enclose the filling. Some of the filling may show, which is perfectly fine.
7
Transfer the stuffed pork chops to the bottom of a baking dish. Scatter the sliced mushrooms around the chops.
8
In a separate bowl, mix together the beer and Dale's Steak Seasoning to create a flavorful sauce. Pour this mixture evenly over the stuffed pork chops and mushrooms.
9
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven.
10
After 20 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and uncover the dish. Continue to bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the pork is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and the filling is piping hot.
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
12.5g
Carbs
30g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
Savory Spinach & Feta Stuffed Pork Chops.
What kind of meat is used in this dish?
Thick boneless pork chops, approximately 5 ounces each.
How many pork chops does this recipe require?
The recipe requires 4 thick boneless pork chops.
What type of spinach is needed?
10 ounces of frozen spinach, defrosted and well-drained.
Can I substitute the feta cheese?
Yes, you can use Swiss cheese instead of feta cheese.
What brand of mayonnaise is recommended for the filling?
Hellmann's mayonnaise is recommended.
How should the onion be prepared for the filling?
One medium onion should be finely minced.
How many garlic cloves are used in the recipe?
One garlic clove, minced, is used.
What seasonings are added to the creamy filling?
The filling includes seasoned salt and Italian seasoning.
How do I prepare the pork chops for stuffing?
Trim visible fat and cut a vertical slit about 3/4 of the way through each chop to form a pocket.
How is the spinach filling distributed among the chops?
Stuff each pork chop with a generous quarter of the spinach mixture.
Is it a problem if the filling shows after stuffing?
No, it is perfectly fine if some of the filling shows.
Where do the mushrooms go during baking?
Scatter the sliced mushrooms around the pork chops in the baking dish.
What ingredients are used to make the sauce?
The sauce is made by mixing beer, Dale's Steak Seasoning, and sugar.
What is the initial oven temperature for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 425°F (220°C).
How long is the initial baking period?
The pork chops are initially baked for 20 minutes while covered.
What temperature is the oven reduced to after the first 20 minutes?
The temperature is reduced to 375°F (190°C).
What is the target internal temperature for the pork?
The pork should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
How much beer is needed for the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of beer.
How much Dale's Steak Seasoning is used?
Two tablespoons of Dale's Steak Seasoning are required.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories.
How much protein is in one serving?
There are 30 grams of protein per serving.
What is the fat content of this dish?
The dish contains 15 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
There are 12.5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How do I prepare the garlic and onions?
Sauté them in a large skillet with non-stick cooking spray until translucent and fragrant.
Why must the spinach be squeezed?
It must be squeezed to remove as much excess moisture as possible for a better filling consistency.
Do I bake the dish covered or uncovered?
Bake covered for the first 20 minutes, then uncover for the final 20 minutes.
Is this recipe suitable for special occasions?
Yes, it is described as an impressive and hearty meal for family gatherings or special occasions.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 12 total ingredients listed.
What should I serve with these stuffed pork chops?
You can serve them with your favorite side for a complete dining experience.