Description
Succulent garlic parmesan pork chops showcase a perfect blend of savory flavors and crispy textures. Herb-crusted chops deliver restaurant-quality taste with simple home cooking techniques that you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup (60 g) breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 3 tbsps unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsps fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preparation: Blend Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish, creating a robust breading mixture.
- Egg Coating: Whisk eggs in a separate bowl to form a smooth binding layer for the pork chops.
- Breading Process: Dip each pork chop into beaten eggs, letting excess drip off, then meticulously coat with the seasoned breading, pressing firmly to ensure a complete, crispy exterior.
- Searing: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then carefully place breaded pork chops, cooking for 4-5 minutes per side until achieving a golden-brown crust and internal temperature reaches 145F (63C).
- Garlic Infusion: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic, optionally adding red pepper flakes for a hint of warmth.
- Finishing Touch: Return pork chops to the skillet, coating them in the aromatic garlic butter sauce, allowing flavors to meld together briefly.
- Presentation: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges, creating a vibrant and flavorful dish that tantalizes the palate.
Notes
- Precise Breading Technique: Press breading mixture gently but firmly onto pork chops to create an even, crispy coating that adheres perfectly during cooking.
- Temperature Control: Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork reaches exactly 145°F (63°C) for juicy, safely cooked meat without drying out.
- Oil Heat Management: Maintain medium heat to achieve golden-brown crust without burning the breading or undercooking the meat’s interior.
- Flavor Optimization: Let pork chops rest for 3-5 minutes after cooking to lock in moisture and allow internal juices to redistribute, enhancing overall tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg