Dump-and-Bake Boneless Baked Pork Chops with Apples and Stuffing
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Dump-and-Bake Boneless Baked Pork Chops with Apples and Stuffing
Description
The preparation starts by arranging sliced apples and onions in a baking dish to create a moist, aromatic base. Thick-cut pork chops are layered on top and lightly seasoned. A simple sauce of soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and olive oil is whisked and drizzled over the meat, adding depth and a touch of sweetness.
Dry stuffing mix combined with melted butter is spread over the pork, forming a golden crust as it bakes. Covering the dish allows the pork to cook gently and retain moisture. After 30 minutes, uncovering browns the stuffing, producing a crispy texture contrast with tender chops and soft fruit.
This dish suits an easy dinner with minimal active cooking time, offering sweet and savory flavors in one pan. It pairs well with simple sides like steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes that complement the apples and stuffing.
Using a meat thermometer helps avoid overcooking; pork should reach 145°F for safe, juicy results. Variations include seasoning the apples and onions with fresh herbs for extra aroma or swapping the sauces for apple cider gravy to enhance the autumnal character. The recipe scales easily for smaller portions using fewer chops and adjusted ingredient quantities.
Ingredients
- 1 onion sliced, small
- 2 apple peeled, cored and sliced
- 4 pork chop about 6 ounces each, thick-cut, boneless
- 1 ½ teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 oz. package stuffing mix I used Pepperidge Farm Herb Seasoned Stuffing Mix, about 3 ¾ cups, dry
- 1 tick butter 8 tablespoons, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F (190C). Spray a baking dish with cooking spray (I used a 10-inch round dish, but any dish that holds your pork chops will work).
- Arrange sliced onion and sliced apples in the bottom of the prepared dish.
- Place pork chops on top of apples and onions. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl (or in a jar), whisk together (or shake) soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and olive oil until completely combined. Drizzle sauce over the pork chops.
- In a large bowl, mix together dry stuffing mix and melted butter. Spread evenly over the pork chops.
- Cover dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-20 minutes, or until pork is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F. The cooking time will vary based on the size and thickness of your pork chops. If the topping starts to get too brown before the pork is done, just lightly cover with foil for the remaining baking time.
Notes
- Season pork chops with salt and pepper to enhance flavor and tenderness before baking.
- Add fresh herbs like sage, thyme, rosemary, or Italian seasoning to the apples and onions for added aroma.
- Use a meat thermometer and begin checking internal temperature after 30 minutes, then every 10 minutes to avoid overcooking.
- Substitute the soy and Worcestershire sauce with apple cider gravy for a more fall-flavored dish or serve gravy on the side.
- You can use your preferred stuffing mix; this recipe uses an herb seasoned variety but others like Stove Top also work well.
- For smaller portions, halve the ingredients and bake in a smaller dish with two pork chops while keeping cook times similar.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 539 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/6 of the recipe | |
| Calories | 539kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 38.7g | 13% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 31g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Cholesterol | 107mg | 36% |
| Sodium | 599mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 2.3g | 9% |
| Sugar | 10.7g | 21% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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