CHERRY-STUFFED PORK CHOPS

Cherry-Stuffed Pork Chops image

Grilled pork chops have a lovely stuffing of couscous, cherries and seasonings in this quick and elegant main dish. Served with a salad, it's perfect for special occasions, but speedy enough for everyday family suppers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 package (5.6 ounces) couscous with toasted pine nuts
6 boneless pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 6 ounces each)
1/2 cup dried cherries
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Prepare couscous according to package directions. Meanwhile, cut a deep slit in each pork chop, forming a pocket. Stir the cherries, brown sugar, butter and ginger into prepared couscous. Stuff 1/3 cup into each chop; secure with toothpicks. Sprinkle with garlic powder and pepper. , Grill pork chops, covered, over medium heat for 10-12 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Discard toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 270mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein.