Breaded Pork Chops – WellPlated.com

Pork chops are a great option for easy weeknight dinners, and these Breaded pork chops They’ll earn a spot on your regular menu. A crispy coating of seasoned panko and parmesan makes them delicious, and this perfect cooking method makes them juicy and tender (NOT dry!).

Why you’ll love this oven-baked breaded pork chops recipe

• Pork chops that don’t disappoint. My Stuffed pork chops, Air Fryer Pork Chopsand Grilled Pork Chops Prove that it is is It is possible to transform this weeknight staple into a spectacular dinner. Yes, I said it: Awesome! (This is where I picture myself jazz-clapping.) With a few simple tricks, you can ensure that your pork chops are tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned.
• The breading is at its pointPanko adds the crunch, parmesan gives it a nice cheesy flavor, and the seasoning mix makes these oven-baked breaded pork chops delicious. anything but bland.
• Hands-off cooking methodThese breaded pork chops are baked, so there’s no need to pull out a heavy pan and keep an eye on them while they cook on the stove. They’re ready in less than 40 minutes!
• Tender and juicy meatLike any lean cut of meat, pork chops are delicate and if overcooked, they become tough and dry. Use an instant-read thermometer and follow my step-by-step instructions and you can’t go wrong!

How to make breaded pork chops

The ingredients

• Center-cut pork chopsUse bone-in pork chops if you’re worried about them being overcooked. They’re a bit more forgiving than their boneless counterparts. For more delicious bone-in pork chops, try my Pork chops with honey and garlic.
• Panko breadcrumbsIf you don’t use panko, I recommend homemade breadcrumbs because they have a little more texture than store-bought breadcrumbs.
• Parmesan cheeseGrating it yourself is always best!
• SeasoningItalian seasoning, garlic powder, ground chili powder, and ground black pepper. Simple seasonings that pack a lot of flavor!
• Egg.Classic binder for breading.

The addresses

1. PreparePreheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet and place a wire rack on top; coat rack with nonstick spray.

2. SeasonPat the pork dry and season both sides with salt.

3. Install dredging stations. Flour in a shallow dish, beaten egg in another, and breadcrumb mixture in a third.

4. DredgeFirst coat the chops with flour, then with egg, and finally with panko.

5. BakePlace the pork chops on the rack, spray the tops with nonstick cooking spray and bake the breaded pork chops for 15 to 22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 140 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer.

6. RestLet the breaded pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. ENJOY!

What to serve with breaded pork chops?

Tips and tricks for preparing recipes

• Dry the pork wellThis is important! If it is still a little damp, the coating is more likely to fall off.
• Shake off excess flourThe other reason the coating might come off? Too much flour! So give the pork chops a good shake before moving on to the egg mixture.
• Don’t skip the wire rackLetting hot air circulate around pork chops is the way to get them crispy without having to fry them in a pan with oil.
• Use a meat thermometerI can’t stress this enough – it’s really key to getting perfect, juicy breaded pork chops. Instead of looking at the clock, your instant read thermometer is what will tell you your pork chops are done.
• Let the pork chops restJust like with the Thanksgiving turkey, you should let the pork chops rest a bit before carving; this prevents the juices from being lost. (Luckily, with pork chops, that rest is only 5 minutes.)