Description
Succulent Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops bring Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table with bold, rich seasonings. Crispy, golden-brown edges and juicy interiors promise a mouthwatering meal that satisfies completely.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 4 boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Cheese and Seasoning:
- ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Coating and Cooking:
- ½ cup (60 g) breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Craft a flavorful breading mixture by combining grated Parmesan, crisp breadcrumbs, aromatic garlic powder, robust Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a shallow dish.
- Whisk eggs in a separate bowl, creating a smooth, silky coating for the pork chops.
- Immerse each pork chop into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to cascade off, then carefully transfer to the seasoned breading mixture.
- Gently press the breading onto the meat, ensuring a uniform, crackly exterior that will crisp beautifully during cooking.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium heat, creating a golden cooking surface.
- Carefully lay the breaded pork chops into the hot skillet, allowing them to sizzle and transform into a rich, amber-brown crust.
- Cook each side for approximately 4-5 minutes, monitoring the internal temperature until it reaches a safe 145F (63C).
- Remove the perfectly cooked chops and set aside, keeping them warm.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and introduce minced garlic, stirring constantly to release its intense, aromatic essence.
- Optional: Sprinkle red pepper flakes for a subtle, warming heat.
- Reintroduce the pork chops to the skillet, generously coating them with the fragrant garlic butter sauce.
- Allow the chops to simmer briefly, absorbing the luxurious flavors.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve alongside bright, zesty lemon wedges for a refreshing contrast.
Notes
- Ensure pork chops are evenly thick for consistent cooking, using a meat mallet to gently pound them if needed.
- Pat the pork chops dry before breading to help the coating adhere better and create a crispier exterior.
- For a gluten-free version, swap breadcrumbs with almond flour or crushed pork rinds to maintain the crunchy texture.
- Experiment with different cheese variations like pecorino or asiago to add unique flavor profiles to the breading mixture.
- Use a meat thermometer to accurately check the internal temperature, preventing overcooking and keeping the pork chops juicy.
- Toast the breadcrumbs briefly in a dry pan before mixing with Parmesan for extra depth and crunch in the coating.
- Allow the pork chops to rest for 3-5 minutes after cooking to help redistribute the juices and maintain tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg