Description
Succulent garlic parmesan pork chops offer a delightful culinary experience with rich, savory flavors. Home cooks can easily prepare this restaurant-quality dish that brings comfort and elegance to weeknight dinner tables.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in pork chops
Coating Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) breadcrumbs
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Seasoning and Cooking Ingredients:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare an oven-safe skillet or baking sheet and warm the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Create a flavorful coating by thoroughly blending grated Parmesan, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and ground black pepper in a shallow dish.
- Massage each pork chop with olive oil, ensuring complete surface coverage.
- Roll the oil-coated pork chops in the seasoned Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to help the coating adhere completely.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high temperature and quickly sear the coated pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until a golden-brown crust develops.
- Carefully transfer the seared pork chops to the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from the oven and allow the pork chops to rest for 3-5 minutes, which helps redistribute the juices and maintain tenderness.
- Plate and serve the crispy, herb-infused pork chops immediately while still warm.
Notes
- Adjust the baking time based on the thickness of your pork chops to prevent overcooking and maintain juicy, tender meat.
- Swap breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs for a low-carb or gluten-free version of this dish.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) for perfectly cooked, safe-to-eat pork chops.
- For extra flavor, marinate the pork chops in buttermilk or brine them for 30 minutes before cooking to enhance tenderness and moisture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg