This dish takes a bit of attention, but the results are well worth the effort for a special meal. The steam that rises from the water in the bottom of the pan keeps the pork chops tender and moist. Mom used canning jar rings instead of a rack to elevate the chops above the water.
Recipe information
Yield
serves 4
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F.
Step 2
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions and sauté until they are translucent, about 7 minutes. Remove the pan from heat and stir in the parsley, bread crumbs, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir in the beaten egg.
Step 3
If your pork chops don’t have pockets cut into them, insert the point of a small sharp knife horizontally into the fat-covered edge. Move the knife back and forth to create a deep pocket about 1 1/2 inches wide.
Step 4
Fill the pocket of each chop with the bread crumb mixture. Secure the openings with toothpicks and cotton thread or twine.
Step 5
Dredge the stuffed chops lightly in flour, shaking off the excess. Wipe out the skillet used previously in making the stuffing and place over medium-high heat. Add the oil and, when hot, add the chops. Sear over medium heat until lightly browned, about 3 minutes on each side.
Step 6
Put water in the bottom of a roasting pan with a rack, being careful not to cover the rack with water. Place the chops on the rack and cover the roaster with the lid or aluminum foil. Bake the chops for 1 hour, then uncover and continue baking for 20 minutes longer, to crisp the surface a bit.
