Description
Parmesan crusted pork chops deliver golden-brown perfection with crispy cheese coating. Succulent meat and rich parmesan create a simple yet elegant meal that brings restaurant-quality comfort right to home kitchens.
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 (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Seasoning Preparation: Establish three distinct stations for coating – a flour platform seasoned with salt and pepper, a whisked egg bath, and a vibrant Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture incorporating garlic powder, Italian herbs, and paprika.
- Coating Technique: Pat pork chops dry, then methodically dredge each cutlet through flour, shaking off excess. Completely immerse in beaten eggs, then press firmly into the Parmesan-breadcrumb blend, ensuring a comprehensive, textured exterior.
- Searing Process: Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium temperature. Carefully place coated pork chops, cooking 4-5 minutes per side until the crust transforms to a deep golden hue and the internal temperature reaches 145F, adjusting heat to prevent burning.
- Resting Stage: Transfer pork chops to a serving plate, allowing the meat to rest 3-5 minutes. This crucial pause enables juice redistribution, guaranteeing maximum succulence and flavor intensity before presenting the crispy, herb-infused dish.
Notes
- Moisture Mastery: Pat pork chops completely dry with paper towels to help breading adhere perfectly and achieve maximum crispiness.
- Seasoning Depth: Add extra garlic powder or Italian herbs to breadcrumb mixture for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Temperature Control: Use medium heat to prevent burning the delicate Parmesan crust while ensuring even golden-brown coloration.
- Dietary Adaptation: Swap regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives for celiac-friendly version, maintaining the same crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg