Baked Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

These crispy golden Baked Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops are made using one of my favorite faux frying hacks. They’re coated in a Parmesan cheese and Panko breadcrumb breading, then drizzled with melted butter and baked until golden brown, tender and juicy. The simple preparation and seasoned breadcrumb coating gives them all of the flavor and texture without the mess of conventional frying. It’s a winning combination perfect for weeknight dinners.

Easy Baked Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops Recipe

Oven frying seems to spark debate. Some believe it’s not fried if it’s not done on the stovetop in a skillet or in a deep fryer of some sort. I simply don’t feel the same way. The implication with “oven frying” is that it alludes to the texture that baking gives without the oil, extra calories and messy clean-up. I mean, we’re talking about cooking, why spend time debating such things just grab a fork and dig in, right?

I have several oven fried recipes on this website and they’re ALL uber popular so, I’m not alone in my love of this technique. We’re bonafide oven frying fans and the crispy parmesan crust on these pork chops is delish!

Checkout this quick list of key ingredients you’ll need to make Baked Parmesan Pork Chops. (Scroll down for full printable recipe card.)

• Pork Chops – This recipe uses 1/2-inch thick boneless pork chops.
• Spices – Garlic salt and black pepper.
• Whole Egg – Beaten egg and milk forms the egg wash to help the breading adhere.
• Breading – Panko breadcrumbs, lemon pepper, onion powder, dry Italian seasoning.
• Butter – Salted butter or unsalted butter for a rich flavor and golden color..
• Cheese – Grated Parmesan cheese gives the breadcrumbs a salty cheesy flavor.

How to Make the Best Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops Recipe

• Heat the Oven and Prepare Pan – Preheat the oven to 350 degrees f. Liberally spray a rimmed baking sheet fitted with a baking rack with cooking spray. Line the baking sheet with foil, if desired. Set aside.
• Egg Mixture – In a shallow bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, 1/4 tsp garlic salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
• Breadcrumb Mixture – On a plate mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, lemon pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic salt, onion powder and dry Italian seasoning.
• Lightly Season Pork Chops – Season each pork chop lightly with garlic salt. Dip each into the egg wash.
• Coat with Bread Crumbs – Press the breadcrumbs firmly onto each pork chop. Arrange on the baking rack.
• Butter – Drizzle each chop with melted butter. May use more butter, if desired or spritz with cooking spray.
• Oven – Bake Parmesan baked pork chops per the recipe until golden-brown color and fork tender and registers 145°F on an instant-read thermometer. Turn once to brown both sides evenly.
• Serve – Rest for 5 minutes then serve.

Kitchen Equipment to Make Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops Recipe

• A sheet pan fitted with an oven safe rack or a broiler pan.
• Three shallow dishes for the dredging station.
• Measuring cups and spoons.
• Cheese grater.
• Fork or whisk to beat the egg.
• Small bowl to melt the butter and a tablespoon for drizzling the butter over the pork chops.
• Meat thermometer.

Recipe Variations, Tips and Substitutions

• Adjust Baking Time According to Thickness – This baked pork chop recipe is designed for pork chops that are about 1/2 inch thick. Using 1/2 inch pork chops they’ll take around 30-35 minutes to cook through. Adjust the baking time depending on the thickness of the pork chops you choose to use. Naturally, thicker pork chops will take longer to bake and thinner pork chops will need less time in the oven.
• Spices – You can use granulated garlic or garlic powder and sea salt to season the pork chops in place of garlic salt.
• Breadcrumbs – You could use Italian bread crumbs. When doing so, adjust the seasonings called for in the recipe.
• Pan Options – Do you have to use a rack to bake pork chops ? I’ve prepared and tested these pork chops on several occasions, baking them directly on a baking sheet, on a baking sheet fitted with a baking rack and using a broiler pan. I recommend you use either a baking sheet fitted with and oven safe rack or a broiler pan as both allow air to circulate around the entire piece yielding a crispier exterior.
• Bone-In Pork Chops – The bake time in this recipe is for boneless pork chops. You can adapt this recipe using bone-in pork chops.
• How to Bake Bone-In Pork Chops in the Oven – You can also make this same recipe using bone-in pork chops. They will take longer to bake, so test the center with an instant read thermometer looking for an internal temperature of 145°F.

How to Serve Baked Pork Chops

What can I serve with baked Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops?

• These pork chops are fantastic when served with mashed potatoes or macaroni and cheese.
• Add a side of green beans or roasted vegetables.
• A salad or deviled eggs are always a delicious options.
• A pan of hot rolls on the side would be perfect.

Storage and Leftovers

• Leftovers – Store leftover pork chops wrapped in aluminum foil or in an airtight container chilled in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheating – Reheat gently in the microwave, in an air fryer or in a preheated 350°F oven just to crisp the coating.
• Freezer – You can freeze leftovers pork chops for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge and gently reheat just before serving.

More Southern Style Oven Fried Recipes to Make

While oven frying isn’t technically frying, it provides a similar crispy texture that we all love. For that reason, you may also like to try:

• My Oven Fried Crispy Parmesan Chicken has a how-to video for your convenience.
• Crispy Firecracker Onion Rings skip the oil and bake crispy and delicious.
• Cheesy Oven Fried Provolone Stuffed Chicken Breasts are perfection for Italian night at home.
• Panko Parmesan Crusted Zucchini Fries are an all-time fan favorite for using fresh from the garden zucchini. just to name a few. They’re incredibly delicious and show-up regularly on my family’s menu, too.
• These breaded Potato Chip Bisquick Oven Fried Drumsticks from Noble Pig that are sure to thrill the kids.

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Helpful Kitchen Items:

• Sheet Pan
• Dredging Station
• Parmesan Cheese Grater
• Mixing Bowls

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Baked Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time35 minutes mins

Resting time5 minutes mins

Course: Main Course, Pork

Cuisine: American, Southern

Keyword: baked-parmesan-crusted-pork-chops, baked-pork-chops-recipe

Servings: 8 pork chops

Calories: 378kcal

Author: Melissa Sperka

Ingredients

• 8 1/2-inch thick boneless pork chops (around 6 oz each)
• 2 large eggs beaten
• 3/4 tsp garlic salt divided plus additional
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 3 Tbsp whole milk
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp lemon pepper
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp dry Italian seasoning
• 1/4 cup butter or light butter melted

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°F. Liberally spray a rimmed baking sheet fitted with a baking rack with cooking spray. Line the baking sheet with foil, if desired.Set aside.
• In a shallow bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, 1/4 tsp garlic salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
• On a plate mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, lemon pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic salt, onion powder and dry Italian seasoning.
• Season each pork chop lightly with garlic salt, eyeball the amount, to your taste. Dip each into the egg wash.
• Dredge chops in seasoned breadcrumbs. Press the breadcrumbs firmly onto each pork chop. Arrange on the baking rack.
• Drizzle each chop with melted butter. You can use more butter, if desired. (Alternate: Spritz with olive oil or cooking spray.)
• Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until golden brown, fork tender and an internal temperature of 145°F is reached.
• To brown further, at the end of baking increase the oven temperature to broil. Turn once to brown both sides evenly.
• Rest for 5 minutes then serve.

Notes

• Adjust Baking Time According to Thickness – This baked pork chop recipe is designed for pork chops that are about 1/2 inch thick. Using 1/2 inch pork chops they’ll take around 30-35 minutes to cook through. Adjust the baking time depending on the thickness of the pork chops you choose to use. Naturally, thicker pork chops will take longer to bake and thinner pork chops will need less time in the oven.
• Spices – You can use granulated garlic or garlic powder and sea salt to season the pork chops in place of garlic salt.
• Breadcrumbs – You could use Italian bread crumbs. When doing so, adjust the seasonings called for in the recipe.
• Pan Options – Do you have to use a rack to bake pork chops ? I’ve prepared and tested these pork chops on several occasions, baking them directly on a baking sheet, on a baking sheet fitted with a baking rack and using a broiler pan. I recommend you use either a baking sheet fitted with and oven safe rack or a broiler pan as both allow air to circulate around the entire piece yielding a crispier exterior.
• Bone-In Pork Chops – The bake time in this recipe is for boneless pork chops. You can adapt this recipe using bone-in pork chops.
• How to Bake Bone-In Pork Chops in the Oven – You can also make this same recipe using bone-in pork chops. They will take longer to bake, so test the center with an instant-read thermometer looking for an internal temperature of 145°F.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 177mg | Sodium: 583mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 330IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 126mg | Iron: 1mg

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