🧀 Cheesy Baked Stuffed Pork Chops – Juicy, Flavor-Packed & Easy
Cheesy Baked Stuffed Pork Chops
Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanServings
4
servingsPrep time
15
minutesCooking time
25
minutesCalories
520
kcalThese Cheesy Baked Stuffed Pork Chops are juicy, hearty, and overflowing with melted cheese! 🧀🐖 A satisfying dinner that feels fancy but comes together fast.
✅ Thick-cut pork chops stuffed with a creamy cheese blend
✅ Baked to golden, melty perfection
✅ Impressive enough for guests, easy enough for weeknights
📌 Save this for your next protein-packed comfort food dinner!
Ingredients
4 thick-cut pork chops
1 tbsp olive oil
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Prep the Pork Chops:
Preheat oven to 375°F. Slice a deep pocket into each pork chop without cutting all the way through. - Make the Filling:
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add optional spinach or bacon if using. - Stuff the Chops:
Spoon cheese mixture into each pork chop pocket. Secure with toothpicks or bamboo skewers. - Stuff the Chops:
Spoon cheese mixture into each pork chop pocket. Secure with toothpicks or bamboo skewers.
Notes
- ✅ Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking
✅ Let rest 5 minutes after baking for max juiciness
✅ CLICK HERE to see which skillet I recommend for stovetop-to-oven cooking