Randy Chandler
Pork chops and blue cheese are a winning combination. There are many ways to cook them together, including pork chops with blue cheese gravy, apple sauce, or a blue cheese crust. You can also serve them with roasted baby potatoes and roasted broccolini, or red potato mash and sauteed spinach.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Dish Name | Pork Chops with Blue Cheese |
| Type of Dish | Main Course |
| Ingredients | Pork Chops, Blue Cheese, Breadcrumbs, Parsley or Green Onions, Salt, Pepper, Olive Oil, Butter, Garlic, Herbs, Red Potato Mash, Sauteed Spinach, Wine |
| Cuisine | American |
| Recipe Yield | 1 Pork Chop with 3 Tablespoons of Sauce |
| Calories | 263 |
| Fat | 11g |
| Saturated Fat | 5g |
| Cholesterol | 94mg |
| Sodium | 176mg |
| Carbohydrates | 5g |
| Sugars | 2g |
| Protein | 33g |
| Cook Time | 20-25 minutes |
| Total Time | 25-30 minutes |
| Special Instructions | Use a moist blue cheese for better results |
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Pork chops with blue cheese gravy
This recipe combines juicy pork chops with a creamy blue cheese gravy for a restaurant-quality dish that's both easy and quick to make.
Ingredients
- Pork chops
- Blue cheese
- Whipping cream
- Butter
- Garlic powder
- Black pepper
- Olive oil
- Parsley or green onions (optional)
- Breadcrumbs (optional)
- Seasoned salt (optional)
Method
Start by seasoning the pork chops with black pepper and garlic powder. Fry the chops in butter until they are no longer pink and the juices run clear, which should take around 20 to 25 minutes. Turn the chops occasionally to brown evenly. Remove the chops from the pan and keep them warm on a plate.
Next, make the gravy. Stir whipping cream into the skillet, scraping up any bits of meat stuck to the bottom. Then, stir in the blue cheese and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. If you want a thicker sauce, you can add more blue cheese. Pour the sauce over the warm pork chops.
For a crispy topping, mix breadcrumbs, blue cheese, parsley or green onions, seasoned salt, and cracked black pepper in a small bowl. Add olive oil and mix until the mixture has a stuffing-like consistency. Press the crumb mixture over the pork chops and bake in the oven at 400°F for 6-8 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Broil until the topping is golden brown and the cheese melts.
Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips
- If you prefer a stronger blue cheese flavour, use a cheese like Stilton. For a milder, creamier taste, go for Gorgonzola.
- You can also serve the pork chops with apple sauce, roasted baby potatoes, roasted Broccolini, or sautéed mushrooms.
- For a complete meal, serve with mashed potato, asparagus, and yellow squash.
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Baked pork chops with blue cheese crust
This recipe is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that tastes bold and special. Thick, juicy pork chops are topped with a savoury mixture of blue cheese, breadcrumbs, and herbs, then baked and broiled until golden and crispy. With just 20 minutes from start to finish, this recipe delivers juicy, flavourful pork chops with minimal prep and cleanup.
Ingredients:
- Thick-cut loin chops or bone-in pork chops
- Blue cheese (pre-crumbled or crumble it yourself)
- Seasoned salt (a blend of salt, sugar, paprika, turmeric, onion, and garlic)
- Breadcrumbs (use packaged breadcrumbs or make your own by processing bread in a food processor)
- Olive oil (extra virgin or light blend)
- Parsley or green onions
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Make the topping by stirring together breadcrumbs, blue cheese, parsley or green onions, seasoned salt, and cracked black pepper in a small bowl. Add olive oil and mix until the mixture has a stuffing-like consistency.
- Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper, then press the crumb mixture evenly over the top of each pork chop, gently patting it down.
- Add olive oil to an oven-safe skillet and place the pork chops in the skillet.
- Bake for 6-8 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Optional: Switch the oven to broil and cook for a few minutes until the topping is golden brown and the cheese starts to melt. Keep an eye on it to avoid burning.
- Remove from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips:
- If you're not a fan of blue cheese, you can easily swap it with feta, goat cheese, or Parmesan.
- If you want to add more flavour to the pork chops, make tiny slices into the fat to prevent the pork from curling up during cooking.
- Serve with roasted baby potatoes and roasted Broccolini.
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Pork chops with apple sauce and blue cheese
This recipe combines juicy pork chops with a tangy apple sauce and a creamy blue cheese topping. It's a quick and easy dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fancier meal. Here's how to make it:
Ingredients:
- Pork chops (thick-cut loin chops or bone-in pork chops)
- Applesauce (homemade or store-bought)
- Blue cheese (such as Gorgonzola or Stilton)
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Butter
- Garlic
- Herbs (such as parsley or thyme)
Optional Ingredients:
- Breadcrumbs
- Seasoned salt
- Baby potatoes
- Broccolini or other green vegetables
Instructions:
- If there is a considerable amount of fat on your pork chops, make tiny slices into the fat to prevent curling during cooking.
- Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork chops to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt a knob of butter and add garlic and herbs. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Return the pork chops to the skillet and baste with the butter, garlic, and herb mixture. Sear the fat on the edges of the chops if desired.
- Spoon applesauce over the pork chops and top each chop with a generous amount of blue cheese.
- Place the skillet in the oven and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. This step is crucial, as it allows the juices to redistribute and keeps the meat juicy.
- Plate the pork chops and spoon over any remaining pan juices. Garnish with fresh thyme.
- Serve with roasted baby potatoes and broccolini or other green vegetables of your choice.
Tips:
- If you prefer a stronger blue cheese flavour, choose a variety like Stilton. For a milder flavour, Gorgonzola is a great option.
- For a crispy topping, add breadcrumbs to the blue cheese mixture before topping the pork chops.
- This dish is best served immediately while the cheese is melted and the pork chops are juicy.
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Blue cheese-stuffed pork chops
Ingredients:
- Pork chops (thick-cut loin chops or bone-in pork chops)
- Blue cheese (crumbled or crumbled yourself)
- Seasoned salt (or regular salt and pepper)
- Breadcrumbs (packaged or homemade)
- Olive oil
- Optional: Parsley or green onions, garlic
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F-400°F.
- Prepare the topping by mixing breadcrumbs, blue cheese, parsley or green onions, seasoned salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add olive oil and mix until it resembles a stuffing.
- Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper.
- Create a pocket in each pork chop by making a horizontal slit on one side, being careful not to cut through to the other sides.
- Stuff each pocket with the blue cheese mixture, securing it with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the pork chops in the skillet for about 2 minutes on each side until browned.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for approximately 6-8 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- For an extra crispy topping, switch the oven to broil and cook for a few minutes until the topping is golden brown and the cheese melts.
- Remove from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
You can serve these juicy and flavourful blue cheese-stuffed pork chops with roasted baby potatoes and roasted Broccolini, or with a side of apple sauce. Enjoy!
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Pork chops with blue cheese sauce
There are several ways to make pork chops with blue cheese sauce, and the good news is that it's a quick and easy dish to prepare. Here is a guide to making this tasty combination.
Ingredients
For the pork chops, you will need:
- Thick-cut loin chops or bone-in pork chops
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil
For the blue cheese sauce, the following ingredients are required:
- Blue cheese (crumbled)
- Cream
- Butter
- Garlic
- Herbs
- Flour
- Milk
- Wine
- Worcestershire sauce
Method
Firstly, season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Then, cook the chops in a hot oil skillet over medium-high heat for around 5-6 minutes on each side.
Now, prepare the sauce. Bring the cream to a simmer, stirring constantly, and cook for 3-5 minutes until it thickens. Mash the blue cheese and stir half of it into the cream, mashing and stirring until the sauce is smooth. Add the Worcestershire sauce and cook for another 3-5 minutes. Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the remaining cheese.
Finally, serve the sauce over the pork chops. This dish goes well with potatoes and green vegetables, such as green beans or broccolini.
Variations
There are several variations on this dish. One option is to create a topping by mixing breadcrumbs, blue cheese, parsley or green onions, seasoned salt, cracked black pepper, and olive oil. Press this mixture over the chops and bake in the oven for around 6-8 minutes at 400°F. You can finish by broiling until the topping is golden brown.
Another option is to serve the pork chops with apple sauce and melted blue cheese. This combination is described as "heavenly".
For a blue cheese gravy, you can add corn starch and pour it over mashed potatoes and chops.
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Frequently asked questions
Here are some recipes that use pork chops and blue cheese:
- Baked pork chops with blue cheese crust
- Pork chops with blue cheese gravy
- Pork chops with apple sauce and blue cheese
To make pork chops with blue cheese crust, you'll need to mix up a topping made of breadcrumbs, blue cheese, parsley or green onions, seasoned salt, and cracked black pepper. Add olive oil and mix until the mixture has a stuffing-like consistency. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper, then press the crumb mixture over the top. Bake for 6-8 minutes at 400°F or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Broil for a couple of minutes until the topping is golden brown.
To make pork chops with blue cheese gravy, start by cooking the pork chops in a pan. In a separate saucepan, heat butter, green onion, and garlic. Stir in flour, then gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, then add blue cheese and wine. Pour the sauce over the pork chops.
Some side dishes that go well with pork chops and blue cheese include roasted baby potatoes, roasted broccolini, mashed potatoes, red potato mash, green beans, and sauteed spinach.
Some types of blue cheese that go well with pork chops include Gorgonzola and Stilton. Gorgonzola is nice and creamy, while Stilton has a stronger flavour.
