Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

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Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

With less than 10 minutes of prep work, these Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops are simple, delicious and the best way to enjoy pork chops.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Lil' Luna

Equipment

Ingredients

4 boneless pork chops, (about ¾ inch thick)
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2-3 tablespoons Italian breadcrumbs
⅛ teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Mix parmesan cheese, bread crumbs, paprika, parsley, pepper, and garlic powder and place on a plate.
Before dipping the pork chops in the egg mixture, pat them dry with a paper towel. This simple step ensures the breading sticks more effectively. Dip pork chops in the mixture (making sure the mixture sticks).
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add olive oil, and then place the breaded pork chops in the pan. Sear each side for about 5 minutes, or until golden brown.
Place pork chops in a glass baking dish (making sure to leave 1 inch around each chop) and cook according to thickness. NOTE: For crispier pork chops, bake on a greased wire rack over a baking sheet.
Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F. This ensures the meat stays tender and juicy, avoiding overcooking which can lead to dryness.

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Notes

Brining. For even juicier pork chops, you can brine them in a mixture of water, salt, and sugar for 30 minutes before dipping them in the breadcrumb mixture and cooking. This step infuses the meat with moisture and flavor, making it even more tender.

Bake without sautéing. Sautéing the spices and cheese into the pork chops infuses the flavor even more but if you're stretched for time you can skip right to baking:

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Place pork chops in a baking pan. Spread 1 teaspoon of butter over each pork chop along with spices.
Since you are not flash-frying them first, bake them a bit longer. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature of the chops has reached 145°F (63°C) and the juices run clear.

Air fryer pork chops. The temperature and length of time that the pork chop will need to cook will depend on the thickness and if it is boneless:

For a boneless chop, approximately ¾ inch thick, cook them at 380°F for 4-5 minutes.
Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes. (Be sure to spray both sides of the chop with cooking spray before placing it in the air fryer basket.) For bone-in and/or thicker pork chops, increase the cooking time.

Coating not sticking? If you find the breading doesn't stick well, try dipping the pork chops in a simple egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water) before coating with the Parmesan mixture.

Make ahead of time:

Fridge. Coat the pork chops and place them on a platter. Cover with plastic wrap and keep them in the refrigerator for 1-2 days before cooking.
Freezer. Wrap each pork chop with plastic wrap and place them together in a freezer Ziploc for up to 2 months. Unwrap and thaw on the counter for 20-30 minutes before frying and baking. Allow extra baking time if partially frozen.

How to store leftover parmesan crusted pork chops? Leftover baked pork chops can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days, or wrapped tightly in plastic and foil and frozen for 3 months.

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