Description
Savory parmesan crusted pork chops deliver a crispy, golden exterior with tender meat inside. Herb-infused breadcrumbs and melted cheese create a delightful crust that makes dinner feel like a gourmet experience you’ll crave again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pork chops (boneless, 1-inch thick)
- ½ cup (50 g) Parmesan cheese (grated)
- ½ cup (60 g) breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- ½ cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 2 tbsps olive oil (or butter for frying)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Thoroughly blot pork chops with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring optimal coating adherence and crispy texture.
- Seasoning Blend: Combine Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish, mixing thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Coating Process: Dip pork chops into beaten egg, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully press into the seasoned cheese mixture, creating a complete and uniform crust.
- Cooking Method: Heat olive oil or butter in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Carefully place coated pork chops in the pan, cooking 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145F (63C). Listen for a satisfying sizzle and watch for a crisp, rich exterior.
- Resting Phase: Transfer cooked pork chops to a resting surface, allowing 3-5 minutes for internal juices to redistribute, ensuring maximum tenderness and flavor preservation before serving.
Notes
- Dry Surface Thoroughly: Remove excess moisture from pork chops using paper towels to ensure a crispy, perfectly adhered coating that won’t become soggy during cooking.
- Balance Seasoning Blend: Mix Parmesan, breadcrumbs, and spices evenly to create a consistent flavor profile that coats each inch of the pork chop with delicious taste.
- Coat with Precision: Dip pork chops in beaten egg first, then gently press into seasoning mixture, ensuring a complete and even layer that will create a golden, crunchy exterior.
- Monitor Cooking Temperature: Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature reaches 145F, preventing overcooking while guaranteeing juicy, safe-to-eat pork chops with a crisp, golden crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg