Pork Chop and Stuffing Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Food Dinner

Pork Chop and Stuffing Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Food Dinner

Key Info:

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 65 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Difficulty: Easy
Dietary Tags: Non-vegetarian, Optional Dairy-Free

Equipment Needed:

– 9×13-inch baking dish
– Skillet
– Mixing bowls
– Measuring cups
– Instant-read thermometer (recommended)

Ingredients:

– 4-6 pork chops (½-1″ thick)
– 1 box stuffing mix (6 oz)
– 1 can cream of mushroom soup
– ½ cup butter, melted
– 2 cups chicken broth
– Salt and pepper
– Optional: Poultry seasoning

Method:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. Season pork chops generously with salt, pepper, and optional poultry seasoning.

3. Optional: Quickly sear pork chops in skillet (2-3 minutes per side) for extra flavor.

4. Prepare stuffing mix according to package instructions, using melted butter and chicken broth.

5. Layer stuffing in greased baking dish. Place seared pork chops on top.

6. Thin cream of mushroom soup with ¼ cup broth, then pour over pork and stuffing.

7. Cover with foil and bake for 35 minutes.

8. Uncover and bake additional 10-15 minutes until pork reaches 145°F internal temperature.

9. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Crucial Tips:

– Don’t overcook pork – it’ll become dry
– Use low-sodium soup to control salt
– Let meat rest to retain juices

Storage:

– Refrigerate: 3 days
– Freeze: Up to 2 months
– Reheat at 325°F, covered, 15-20 minutes

Variations:

– Add Swiss cheese layer
– Use gluten-free stuffing
– Swap chicken for pork
– Add sautéed mushrooms

Pro Tips:

– Instant-read thermometer is your best friend
– Searing is optional but adds tremendous flavor
– Choose bone-in chops for more moisture

Common Mistakes:

– Overcooking pork
– Using too much liquid in stuffing
– Skipping the resting period

Enjoy your ultimate comfort food casserole that’ll have everyone asking for seconds!