20 Stuffed Proteins to Serve for Dinner This Week

Heather Sage
Jan 11, 2015

We’re no strangers to making a meal out of yum-filled foods — hello, calzone and ravioli — but when it comes to stuffed meat, turkey gets just about all the attention. Not cool. Especially not when beef, pork, seafood and so much more are all excellent contenders for being jam-packed with an extra layer or so of flavor. Enjoy these 20 loaded entrees for dinner tonight and bring a little stuffin’ action into your year-round meal rotation.

1. Stuffed Pork Chops With Roasted Grapes: A salty herb and spice brine is a sort of invisible stuffing for these mouthwatering, cheese- and sage-filled chops. The former adds a few extra minutes of prep and planning, but the flavor payoff is huge. (via Foodie Crush)

2. Stuffed Meatballs: The pocket of melty mozzarella that awaits you in the middle makes these into some top-notch meatballs. Whether you enjoy them in a sandwich or on top of spaghetti (all covered with cheese), you cannot go wrong. (via Baker by Nature)

3. Cheese and Prosciutto Stuffed Chicken Breasts: Creamy garlic, sun-dried tomato and prosciutto stuffing keeps these breasts far, far away from boring chicken territory. (via Jo Cooks)

4. Stuffed Calamari With Tomato Sauce: If you’re looking for a change of pace from the usual fried calamari with marinara, this recipe is a great way to begin branching out. You’ll enjoy some familiar flavors in a whole new way — one that only takes 20 minutes to cook. (via Blog Her)

5. Chorizo Cornbread Stuffed Pork Chops With Poblano Cream Sauce: Talk about hot stuff. Chorizo and poblanos heat up spice-rubbed pork chops to create one sexy entree. (via Drool-Worthy Daily)

6. Stuffed Flank Steak: Rolled up with spinach, tomatoes and cheese, you get a nice side of veggie action with each slice of this grilled flank steak. (via Southern Boy Dishes)

7. Baked Mozzarella Chicken Rolls: When caprese salad meets chicken Parm, this casserole is the delicious result. No doubt it’s a dinner the whole family will enjoy. (via Pinch of Yum)

8. Apple + Fennel Stuffed Salmon with Cider Sauce: The fennel-and-mustard-seed-infused apple cider reduction poured over these produce-stuffed salmon fillets sounds absolutely divine. (via Simple Bites)

9. Stuffed Braised Pork Shoulder: Be warned, the intoxicating fragrance of this roast will tantalize you for hours as it braises in your Dutch oven. (via Simply Recipes)

10. Grilled Stuffed Flank Steak With Mangoes and Basil: Filled with mangoes and coconut sticky rice, your tastebuds will be momentarily transported to the tropics. Just add an extra veggie or salad on the side for an even more complete meal. (via Food Fanatic)

11. Skinny Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Chicken: We might have a slight jalapeño popper addiction. Oh well, at least these lightened-up, stuffed chicken breasts allow us to indulge with less guilt. (via Sassy Girlz)

12. Mozzarella Stuffed, Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf: Upgrade meatloaf from “I’ll pass” to “More, please” with a ribbon of mozzarella running through the center AND a bacon wrap. Mmmmmmm. (via Savory Nothings)

13. Spanish Rice Stuffed Chicken: Rolled in a totally on-point (and naturally gluten-free) tortilla chip crust, it’s almost impossible to describe all of the fab flavors and textures you’ll encounter in every bite of this chicken. (via Sweet C’s Designs)

14. Chard and Leek Stuffed Sole: Sweet leeks and Swiss chard are a wonderful stuffing for mild-flavored sole. The lemon cream sauce poured on top brings the whole thing together. (via Cooking in Sens)

15. Pork Loin di Parma: Are you ready for some pork on pork action? Featuring two famous foods from the Parma region of Italy (Parm and prosciutto), each slice is eye-rollingly good. (via Hourglass and Bloom)

16. Roasted Lamb Breast With Moroccan Stuffing: A sweet, fragrant quinoa stuffing is a terrific accompaniment for succulent, spiced lamb. (via The Krooked Spoon)

17. Bacon-Chipotle Stuffed Cheeseburger: Heck yes. These fat, juicy patties will certainly satisfy all of your meat and cheese cravings. (via Brunch Time Baker)

18. Chicken Sausage, Apple and Onion Stuffed Chicken: A tumble of crunchy chopped walnuts and woody sage both complement and contrast beautifully with the tender chicken, sausage and apples underneath. (via Barbells and Bellinis)

19. Spinach and Apricot Stuffed Pork Tenderloin: Two forms of apricots — dried and preserved — add a welcome layer of sweet tanginess to this tenderloin. (via Oprah)

20. Avocado Stuffed Meatballs (Low-Carb, Gluten-Free): We love adding a few slices of avocado atop our burgers, so it’s only natural that the green stuff works just as well as a creamy-yet-dairy-free filling inside meatballs. (via The Iron You)

What are some of your favorite ways to stuff meat? (Yes, even turkey.) Share your flavor-packed ideas with us in the comments.

Matcha Lovers, Beware: A "Global Matcha Shortage” Is On The Way

Leaders in the matcha industry are predicting a matcha shortage this spring. Sparked by a huge surge in demand, it’s possible that your go-to drink could be affected.

Here’s everything you need to know about this season’s matcha shortage.

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Per The Japan Times, increased demand for matcha powder put an “unprecedented strain” on the tea industry last year, and the same effect is predicted to take place in 2025.

According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Japan saw a 185% increase in matcha production from 2010 to 2023 in order to keep up with demand from cafes and home baristas around the world, The Japan Timesreports.

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Seeing that over half of Japan’s matcha is exported internationally, matcha lovers are looking toward the country for their green tea fix. Search interest for matcha has nearly quadrupled over the past 5 years, and it shows no sign of slowing down.

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This year, mostly organic matcha strains will be affected by the shortage, though lower-grade varieties could face the same issues if consumers begin reaching for them in favor of organic offerings. While top-tier, organic strains like ceremonial-grade matcha are known for being sweeter and smoother, the lower-grade kinds like culinary-grade matcha are noticeably more bitter and don't have the same vibrant color.

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Matcha can only be harvested in the springtime, so though a shortage may be happening now, there’s hope for increased supply in the near future. This year’s harvest will start in April.

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Even though production will ramp up, Jason Eng of Kametani Tea in Japan, a company that produces matcha for beverage companies around the world, says: “This year will be an interesting one. We haven’t hit a point yet where we’re going to run out, but it’s going to be really tight this autumn – not just for us but for everybody. The demand is off the charts.”

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Everything You Need To Know About The '1923' Season Finale After THAT Death

We're over halfway through 1923 season 2 and there is so much to talk about — like Cara getting attacked by a wolf in the middle of the night, Spencer getting roped into a plot to uncover a whiskey operation, and Alexandra getting stalked and attacked multiple times in her journey. Wow. There's one more episode before the 1923 finale on April 6, 2025.

Here's everything you need to know about how and when to watch the 1923 season 2 finale, airing on Paramount+ April 6, 2025.

Where can I watch the 1923 finale?

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The 1923 season finale will air on April 6, 2025 on Paramount+. New episodes of 1923 season 2 air on Paramount+ Sunday at 12 AM EST, which means if you live on the west coast, you get new episodes on Saturday nights!

How many episodes of 1923 are there?

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1923 season 2 premiered on February 23, 2025, and it's going to have 7 episodes total:

  • Season 2, Episode 1 "The Killing Season" premiered February 23, 2025
  • Season 2, Episode 2 "The Rapist Is Winter" premiered March 2, 2025
  • Season 2, Episode 3 "Wrap Thee in Terror" premiered March 9, 2025
  • Season 2, Episode 4 "Journey the Rivers of Iron" premiered March 16, 2025
  • Season 2, Episode 5 "Only Gunshots to Guide Us" premiered March 23, 2025
  • Season 2, Episode 6 "The Mountain Teeth of Monsters" premiered March 30, 2025
  • Season 2, Episode 7 "A Dream and a Memory" premieres April 6, 2025

Who's in the 1923 season 2 cast?

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There's a good chance you're familiar with Helen Mirren and Harrison Ford, but the whole 1923 cast in incredible!

  • Harrison Ford as Jacob Dutton: Dutton patriarch and a protector of the Yellowstone ranch.
  • Helen Mirren as Cara Dutton: a hardworking and kind woman who's Jacob's wife.
  • Brandon Sklenar as Spencer Dutton: Jacob and Cara's nephew who's making his way back to the ranch.
  • Julia Schlaepfer as Alex Dutton: Spencer's new wife, and a spunky and resourceful woman making her way to America on her own from England.
  • Michelle Randolph as Elizabeth Dutton: a kind yet determined young woman who's married to Jack.
  • Darren Mann as Jack Dutton: Jacob and Cara's great-nephew who lives with them on the Yellowstone ranch.
  • Aminah Nieves as Teonna Rainwater: an Indigenous young woman who's on the run after escaping a Catholic assimilation school.
  • Jennifer Carpenter as Marshal Mamie Fossett: a U.S. Marshal who crosses paths with Spencer on his journey.
  • Jerome Flynn as Banner Creighton: one of Jacob's sworn enemies dead set on taking the Duttons down.
  • Timothy Dalton as Donald Whitfield: a snaky businessman who has Jacob and the Duttons under his thumb.
  • Isabel May as Elsa Dutton: Spencer's sister from 1883 who serves as narrator.

What happened to Jack Dutton in 1923?

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To everyone's shock, Jack Dutton died in 1923 season 2, episode 6, "The Mountain Teeth of Monsters." While Jacob and a couple men set off to meet Spencer at the train station, Jack was instructed to stay at the Yellowstone ranch to defend the house, as well as Cara and Elizabeth.

But when he chose to leave anyway, Jack was met with two of Whitfield's men, who shot and killed him. Actor Darren Mann admitted the death made him "angry, sad and frustrated," telling People that "There must've been four or five people who went down just right there in that one episode. Death everywhere."

Where did 1923 season 2 film?

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1923 season 2 filmed around Texas in 2024, and began filming in Austin on July 17 according to My San Antonio. Filming locations also included Lockhart and Bartlett, Texas.

How does 1923 connect to Yellowstone?

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1923 is a Yellowstone prequel series from creator Taylor Sheridan (so is 1883!). The Duttons we see in 1923 are the ancestors of John Dutton III, Beth Dutton, Jamie Dutton, and Kayce Dutton.

Check Brit + Co for the latest TV news and subscribe to see our new podcast Yap City ahead of the 1923 season finale — you won't want to miss our 1923 season 2 ending explainer!

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Everyone's Convinced 'The White Lotus' Told Us The Killer In The Very First Episode

We're only one week away from The White Lotus finale — and finally answering the biggest question of all: who dies in The White Lotus season 3? Here's your official reminder that Mike White never passes up the opportunity for a death to be accidental & ironic (not to mention the character's fault), meaning we probably don't need to be looking for a murderer. And there's one White Lotus theory that suggests the killer's been in front of our faces the whole time: the poisonous pong pong fruit.

Here's a truly genius White Lotus theory about the season 3 finale, Saxon, and that poisonous fruit.

'The White Lotus' season 3 death will probably be another egomaniacal accident.

Theories are running rampant around who dies in The White Lotus season 3 finale — and who's responsible. But @popcultureari points out that, "In previous seasons we've seen how Mike White builds a ridiculous amount of tension between all the characters only to have the loose ends tied up with some ironic twist. And the main deaths aren't about killers lurking in the shadows, they're about people tripping over their own egos."

Remember when Tanya tripped in her heels, hit her head, and then drowned? "So in season 3, the body won't be from some shocking murder, it'll be from another self sabotage masterpiece," she continues. And the leading suspect? That poisonous fruit introduced in the first episode.

And it could cost the Ratliff family Saxon, Harper, and Lochlan.

More than one fan is wondering whether Jason Isaac's Timothy Ratliff will make a smoothie with the poisonous fruit to end his own life (since he doesn't have the gun anymore), and someone else will accidentally drink it. "There's a reason why they specifically mentioned the poison fruit so early on," one user says in the comments, while another points out how the camera always zooms into the blender.

But the most devastating take on this theory to me? That "I also do believe there will be 3 deaths because Chelsea keeps bringing up that bad things happen in 3s," another comment says. "3 siblings, 3 Russians, 3 friends."

More comments applaud @popcultureari for coming up with "such a good theory," but if Timothy makes the smoothie in The White Lotus season 3 finale, and then all three kids somehow end up dead, y'all will need to check on me!

What do you think about this White Lotus theory? Are you excited for the finale? Read up on The Most "Batsh—t" Yellowjackets Theory: "Everything Came Together" before the finale airs.

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