Description
Succulent Parmesan Baked Pork Chops deliver a mouthwatering culinary experience that elevates weeknight dinners with Italian-inspired comfort. Crispy herb-coated chops promise a golden, flavorful meal that will quickly become a family favorite, tempting you to savor each perfectly seasoned bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless pork chops, 1/2 inch thick (0.5 inches / 1.27 centimeters)
Dry Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (240 milliliters / 8 ounces)
- 1 cup Italian bread crumbs (240 milliliters / 8 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper (5 grams)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (5 grams)
Liquid/Oil Ingredient:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 milliliters / 0.5 fluid ounces)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C), creating an ideal environment for baking crispy pork chops.
- Create a flavor-packed coating by mixing Parmesan cheese, Italian bread crumbs, ground black pepper, and garlic powder in a shallow dish.
- Massage each pork chop with olive oil, ensuring a light, even layer to help the coating adhere perfectly.
- Dredge the oil-coated pork chops into the seasoned mixture, pressing firmly to create a thick, even crust that will become golden and crunchy.
- Protect the baking pan by lining it with aluminum foil and lightly coating with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Arrange the coated pork chops on the prepared pan, maintaining space between each piece for consistent heat circulation.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, monitoring until the meat reaches a safe internal temperature and the exterior turns a rich, appetizing golden brown.
Notes
- Pat the pork chops dry before coating to help the breading stick better and create a crispier exterior.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular bread crumbs with gluten-free panko or almond flour.
- Add extra herbs like dried thyme or rosemary to the coating mixture for a more complex flavor profile.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork reaches 145F internally, preventing overcooking and maintaining juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 468 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 43 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg