Description
Southern comfort shine through in this simple Shake and Bake Pork Chops recipe, blending crispy breading with tender meat. Home cooks can quickly prepare a satisfying meal that brings nostalgic flavors to dinner tables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pork chops (boneless or bone-in, ¾ to 1 inch thick)
- 1 cup (100 g) breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
- 2 tbsps grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Preparation: Set oven to 400F (200C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil for optimal non-stick performance.
- Spice Fusion: Combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, pepper, oregano, and cayenne pepper in a resealable bag, thoroughly mixing to create a robust seasoning blend.
- Pork Chop Preparation: Pat pork chops dry with paper towels and brush with olive oil to create a perfect coating surface, then immerse each chop completely in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, ensuring total coverage by either shaking in the bag or pressing firmly into the spice mixture.
- Baking Technique: Position coated pork chops on the prepared baking sheet, preferably on a wire rack to maintain crisp texture from all angles, and roast for 20-25 minutes, rotating midway to achieve consistent golden-brown coloration and reach an internal temperature of 145F (63C).
- Finishing Touch: Let pork chops rest for 5 minutes to allow juice redistribution, then serve with complementary sides such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Notes
- Moisture Management: Pat pork chops completely dry before coating to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent soggy breading.
- Spice Customization: Adjust spice blend according to personal preference or dietary restrictions, swapping ingredients for gluten-free breadcrumbs or reducing sodium content.
- Temperature Precision: Use a meat thermometer to confirm internal temperature reaches 145F, preventing overcooking and maintaining juicy texture.
- Coating Technique: Press breadcrumb mixture firmly onto pork chops for even, thick coverage that locks in flavor and creates a crunchy exterior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg