Creamed Spinach Stuffed Pork Chops
SPINACH STUFFED PORK CHOPS is a simple and low-carb meal that is still rich in flavor! The stuffed pork chops are easy to prepare and always a hit with family and friends.
It’s hard to go wrong with these Creamed Spinach Stuffed Keto Pork Chops! In true keto style, they’re low in carbs and a flavorful one-pan meal that takes only 30 minutes.
These pork chops are bursting with flavor and are super moist in this keto pork chop recipe. Before browning the pork chops in olive oil, fill each with a creamy mixture of spinach, sour cream, and cream cheese. Once the pork chops are stuffed, you will make a sauce with chicken broth and sour cream.
A pork chop makes a beautiful dinner choice that’s easy to prepare, but if you don’t cook it right, the result is anything but appealing. The result can be chewy and tough if they’re overcooked or without enough moisture.
However, these pork chops? It’s impossible for them to dry out!
Keto Pork Chops with Spinach Stuffing are ready in just 30 minutes, making them the ideal choice for those weeks when make-ahead meals are not an option... You need something healthier. Even family members who are not on the keto diet will enjoy them.
🐖 Stuffed Pork Chops
The best way to cook boneless pork chops is to stuff them with spinach for an extra special meal or a simple dinner with friends and family!
You can make another simple dinner with succulent stuffed pork chops. Cooking pork chops first, then finishing them in the oven to get a golden crust ensures that they are juicy.
The flavor of cream cheese, garlic, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, and herbs in this spinach dip will satisfy even the pickiest eaters!
⏲️ Can you make Stuffed Pork Chops ahead of time?
The answer is yes. Making these ahead of time is simple. Just follow the steps through stuffing the pork chops, then cover and refrigerate the pork chops until you are ready to cook them.
📖 HOW TO COOK STUFFED PORK CHOPS
First, make sure you’re using boneless pork chops for the best results and easier preparation.
You will need cream cheese, chopped fresh spinach, mayonnaise, Parmesan, garlic, and red pepper flakes to make spinach stuffed pork chops. Mixture is stirred together and then spooned over chops.
To make these baked stuffed pork chops, you’ll need to cut a deep pocket into the side of each pork chop. It’s really quite simple!
Add a little oil to your pork chops, season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt, and then spoon in the filling.
📋 HOW LONG TO COOK STUFFED PORK CHOPS
Cook your stuffed pork chops until golden, about 2-3 minutes on each side, then bake them for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are cooked through and no longer pink.
♨️ Cooking Temperature of Pork Chops
Pork chops stuffed with stuffing should be baked until an internal temperature of 150°F (65°C). Pork chops are the easiest to read by inserting a thermometer through the thickest part. Once the ideal temperature has been reached, let the chops rest for 5 minutes before allowing the juices to recirculate.
💭 How Many Carbs are in Creamed Spinach Stuffed Keto Pork Chops?
Low carb recipe that’s easy to make! Each serving contains only 6.7 grams of carbs, 1.9 grams of which are fiber. That gives each serving a net carb count of only 4.8 grams.
🥗 What to Serve with Creamed Spinach Stuffed Keto Pork Chops
Sides should be simple green vegetables, such as broccoli or asparagus.. although these pork chops come with plenty of greens, a little more isn’t a bad thing. On the keto diet, fat is a good thing, so don’t be afraid to add it to your veggies!
A side salad, such as this Keto Salad with Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing. There’s nothing like a tasty wedge salad topped with bacon, hard-boiled eggs, avocado, and blue cheese dressing.
⭐ Other Keto Recipes to Try
👩🏻🍳 Printable Creamed Spinach Stuffed Pork Chops Recipe
This flavorful one-pan meal only takes about half an hour to get on the table, so it is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something a little healthier than take out.
Creamed Spinach Stuffed Pork Chops
This flavorful one-pan meal only takes about half an hour to get on the table, so it is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something a little healthier than take out.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops, 1” thick
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 T. extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 2-3 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
- 12 oz. fresh spinach, rinsed and dried
- 4 oz. cream cheese, softened and divided
- 2 T. sour cream
- 1 c. organic, sugar-free chicken broth
Instructions
Cut each pork chop with a sharp knife along one side to form a pocket, being careful not to cut all the way through. Season each side with salt and black pepper, to taste, and set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and garlic over medium heat in a large, high-sided skillet. Cook until garlic turns fragrant and golden brown, approximately 2-3 minutes.
Working in batches if necessary, add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until it wilts, stirring constantly.
Add 3 ounces of the cream cheese and sour cream to the skillet and stir until spinach is coated and the cheese is completely melted. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and remove from heat. Let cool slightly before stuffing each pork chop with an equal amount of the spinach mixture, removing all of the spinach mixture from the pan in the process.
Add remaining tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Add stuffed pork chops to hot skillet and cook approximately 3-4 minutes per side or until pork is browned and cooked through. Remove pork chops from skillet and transfer to a serving dish. Cover with foil to keep warm and set aside.
Add chicken broth and remaining cream cheese to the skillet and cook over medium-high heat. Scrape up brown bits from bottom of
the pan while stirring to incorporate the cream cheese into the sauce. Continue cooking until sauce is reduced by one half, approximately 6-8 minutes. Remove from heat and season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired.
To serve, spoon some pan sauce over each stuffed pork chop and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 709Total Fat: 37gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 136mgSodium: 657mgCarbohydrates: 57gFiber: 3gSugar: 52gProtein: 41g