Pork Chops Stuffed with Feta and Spinach

Gluten Free
Health score
41%
Pork Chops Stuffed with Feta and Spinach
45 min.
4
238kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that’s not only delicious but also gluten-free? Look no further than these mouthwatering Pork Chops Stuffed with Feta and Spinach! This recipe combines the savory flavors of tender pork chops with a rich and creamy filling that will leave your taste buds dancing. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delightful meal for your family or guests without spending all day in the kitchen.

The star of this dish is the flavorful stuffing made from fresh spinach, tangy feta cheese, and a hint of sun-dried tomatoes, all brought together with a touch of garlic and lemon. Each bite is a perfect balance of textures and tastes, making it a standout side dish or a main course that pairs beautifully with your favorite sides. Plus, with only 238 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. The combination of the broiled pork chops and the zesty stuffing creates a dish that’s sure to impress. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black divided freshly ground
  • 1.5 ounces weight cream cheese fat-free block-style
  • teaspoons dijon mustard 
  • ounce feta crumbled reduced-fat
  •  garlic clove divided minced
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 16 ounce pork loin chops boneless trimmed
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt divided
  • 10 ounce spinach frozen dry thawed drained chopped
  •  sun-dried olives diced packed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • roasting pan
  • broiler
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler.
  2. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  3. Add 2 garlic cloves; saut 1 minute.
  4. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, tomatoes, and spinach; saut until moisture evaporates.
  5. Remove from heat; stir in cheeses and rind.
  6. Cut a horizontal slit through thickest portion of each pork chop to form a pocket. Stuff about 1/4 cup spinach mixture into each pocket.
  7. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and remaining 1/8 teaspoon pepper over pork. Arrange pork on the rack of a broiler pan or roasting pan coated with cooking spray; place rack in pan.
  8. Combine remaining 2 garlic cloves, juice, mustard, and oregano in a bowl; stir well.
  9. Brush half of mustard mixture over pork. Broil 6 minutes; turn pork.
  10. Brush remaining mixture over pork; broil 2 minutes or until done.

Nutrition Facts

Calories238kcal
Protein51.72%
Fat35.65%
Carbs12.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.25
Glycemic Load
0.63
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
30.521739234095%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:237.53kcal
11.88%
Fat:9.47g
14.57%
Saturated Fat:3.41g
21.3%
Carbohydrates:7.55g
2.52%
Net Carbohydrates:4.88g
1.77%
Sugar:2.51g
2.79%
Cholesterol:81.05mg
27.02%
Sodium:566.3mg
24.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.9g
61.8%
Vitamin K:265.82µg
253.16%
Vitamin A:8348.11IU
166.96%
Selenium:43.74µg
62.49%
Vitamin B1:0.85mg
56.9%
Vitamin B6:1mg
50.16%
Vitamin B3:9.72mg
48.59%
Phosphorus:363.81mg
36.38%
Manganese:0.64mg
31.96%
Folate:110.3µg
27.58%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.48%
Magnesium:92.82mg
23.21%
Potassium:810.7mg
23.16%
Zinc:2.42mg
16.16%
Vitamin E:2.25mg
15.02%
Calcium:149.95mg
15%
Iron:2.31mg
12.85%
Vitamin B12:0.7µg
11.7%
Copper:0.22mg
10.99%
Vitamin C:9.05mg
10.97%
Vitamin B5:1.07mg
10.71%
Fiber:2.67g
10.67%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Source:My Recipes