Parmesan Baked Pork Chops
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless pork chops
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (Italian seasoned or plain)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs
- Olive oil cooking spray
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Coating Mixture:
- In a shallow dish, combine grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Whisk Eggs:
- In another shallow dish, whisk the eggs until well beaten.
- Coat Pork Chops:
- Dip each pork chop into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is well coated.
- Dredge in Parmesan Mixture:
- Coat the pork chops with the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture, pressing the mixture onto the pork to adhere.
- Place on Baking Sheet:
- Place the coated pork chops on the prepared baking sheet.
- Spray with Olive Oil:
- Lightly spray the top of each pork chop with olive oil cooking spray. This helps to achieve a golden and crispy coating.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pork chops are cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Check Internal Temperature:
- Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of the pork chops has reached at least 145°F (63°C).
- Serve:
- Once cooked, remove the Parmesan baked pork chops from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish (Optional):
- Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley if desired.
- Enjoy:
- Serve these delicious Parmesan baked pork chops with your favorite sides and enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal!
Note: Adjust the seasoning to your taste preferences. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or serve with a lemon wedge for a citrusy touch.
