Apple Stuffed Pork Chops

Pork chops from costco... I made this whole recipe and will freeze the second half for a later date.
Whole wheat panko bread crumbs purchased from Sprouts on sale.
Shallots left over from a previous dinner, and used instead of onions.

Comments: The recipe below includes my adjustments based on the original recipe. I felt there were too many bread crumbs and not enough apple. I had originally intended on including craisins, but forgot when making it. I would DEFINITELY add them next time for that extra punch of flavor. The finished dinner was just delicious... very tender.

Verdict: *****
(I must be on a roll)

APPLE STUFFED PORK CHOPS

Ingredients:
1/4 cup chopped shallots
1/4 cup butter
2 cups whole wheat panko bread crumbs
2 cups chopped apples
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup craisins
1 Tbsp dried parsley
1/4 tsp salt
6-8 thick cut pork chops
salt and pepper to taste
1 Tbsp olive oil

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
2. In a large skillet, saute shallots in butter until just tender. Remove from heat and add bread crumbs, apples, celery, parsley, and salt. Mix all together. Cut a large pocket into the side of each pork chop. Season inside and out with salt and pepper to taste. Spoon apple mixture loosely into pockets.
3. In skillet, heat oil to medium high and brown chops on both sides. Place browned chops in an ungreased 9x13 inch baking dish (or two). Cover with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove cover and bake for 15-20 minutes longer or until juices run clear.