Pan-Seared Pork Chop with Spicy Cajun Boudin Stuffing
Thick pork chops pan-seared and stuffed with spicy Cajun boudin sausage filling, served with a caramelized onion pan sauce. This southern-inspired pork ready in about 40 minutes pairs (1-inch thick) bone-in pork chops, casing removed cajun boudin sausage, small, finely diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (1-inch thick) bone-in pork chops
- 8 oz, casing removed cajun boudin sausage
- 1 small, finely diced yellow onion
- 3 tbsp, divided butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket into each of the 4 bone-in pork chops, about halfway through the thickness.
- Step 2: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tbsp butter. Add 1 small finely diced yellow onion and sauté for 4 minutes until translucent. Add 8 oz casing-removed spicy Cajun boudin sausage and 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 3 minutes until heated through and fragrant. Remove from heat.
- Step 3: Stuff each pork chop pocket evenly with the boudin mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed. Season all sides with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp smoked paprika.
- Step 4: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Step 5: Transfer skillet to preheated oven and roast for 10 minutes until pork reaches 145°F internal temperature.
- Step 6: Remove chops and rest on a plate. Place skillet back on stove over medium heat, add 1/2 cup chicken broth and 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, scraping browned bits off the bottom. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce reduces slightly.
- Step 7: Pour pan sauce over pork chops and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Pan-Seared Pork Chop with Spicy Cajun Boudin Stuffing take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Pan-Seared Pork Chop with Spicy Cajun Boudin Stuffing?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep divided butter from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Pork Chop with Spicy Cajun Boudin Stuffing?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Pan-Seared Pork Chop with Spicy Cajun Boudin Stuffing for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Pan-Seared Pork Chop with Spicy Cajun Boudin Stuffing?
Southern pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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