Mediterranean Stuffed Pork Chops

Ingredients

• 4 pieces pork chops
• 2 cups spinach
• 0.5 cup feta cheese
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons oregano
• 1 tablespoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. 2Make a pocket in each pork chop by cutting into the side; set aside.
3. 3In a skillet over medium heat, warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté garlic until fragrant.
4. 4Add spinach to the skillet, cooking until wilted. Remove from heat.
5. 5In a bowl, mix the wilted spinach, feta cheese, oregano, thyme, and lemon zest.
6. 6Stuff each pork chop with the spinach mixture and secure with toothpicks.
7. 7Season the outside of the pork chops with salt and pepper.
8. 8In the same skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear each pork chop for 2 minutes on each side, or until golden.
9. 9Transfer the pork chops to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
10. 10Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving.
11. 11Remove toothpicks before serving.
12. 12Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.