These crispy golden Baked Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops are made using one of my favorite faux frying hacks. Coated in a Parmesan cheese and Panko breadcrumb coating. They’re drizzled with butter and baked until they’re tender and juicy on the inside and covered with that crunchy exterior we all love. The simple preparation and seasoned coating gives all of the flavor and texture without the mess of conventional frying. It’s a winning combination.
Baked Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops
Oven frying seems to spark debate. Some believe it’s not fried if it’s not done on the stovetop 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 site and they’re ALL uber popular so, I’m not alone in my love of this technique. My Oven Fried Crispy Parmesan Chicken, Firecracker Onion Rings, Oven Fried Provolone Stuffed Chicken Breasts and Panko Parmesan Crusted Zucchini Fries just to name a few. They’re incredibly delicious and show-up regularly on my family’s menu, too. We’re bonefide oven frying fans.
Do You Have To Use A Rack?
I’ve prepared these pork chops on several occasions, baking directly on a baking sheet, on a baking sheet fitted with a baking rack and using a broiler pan. I recommend you use one of the latter techniques as air circulating around the entire piece does seem to yield a more crispy exterior. These pork chops are fantastic when served with mashed potatoes or macaroni and cheese with a side of green beans and maybe a salad or deviled eggs and a pan of hot rolls on the side. It’s home cooking with a side of love and easy clean-up, too. That’s the best kind of food you’ll ever make or enjoy.
Other ways to enjoy oven frying is this crispy Oven Fried Catfish a beloved Southern favorite done light. You may also like to try these breaded Oven Fried Green Tomatoes and, Potato Chip Bisquick Oven Fried Drumsticks sure to thrill the kids.
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Baked Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 8 1/2-inch thick boneless pork chops
- 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. May use more butter, if desired or spritz with cooking spray.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until fork tender. 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.
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Janet says
I only have bone-in pork chops. Can I still bake these chops in the oven?
Melissa says
Oh sure, but, depending on thickness you’ll need to increase the baking time.
Patty says
Why can’t I print this recipe?
Melissa says
The print button in the recipe template is functional and you should be able to print it. The issue isn’t website related.
Cam says
Looks absolutely delicious and tasty. Great recipe.
Kera says
These were super yummy, a big hit with the family. Thanks!! The only thing I couldn’t get mine nice and brown like yours, even with turning the broil on.
Melissa says
Glad you enjoyed these. Broiling generally works like a charm. More butter might help.
Aysegul Sanford says
Looks soo good. My husband will be so happy when I make this. Thanks for sharing.
Heather says
So flavorful! Such a good family dinner!
Tanya Schroeder says
This is the best way to eat pork chops! Love that coating!
Jennifer Farley says
The crust on these is incredible!
Toni | Boulder Locavore says
It looks really good for dinner tonight!
Becky says
Would it work if I substituted the milk with heavy whipping cream? Or are there other alternatives?
Melissa says
You can use cream in place of milk, yes.
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
Great family dinner!
Kayla says
My husband said these are the best pork chops he’s ever had and they could be served in a 5 star restaurant! Lol! I used bone in pork chops instead and I ended up taking mine out just under 30 min at 145 degrees F. Great recipe!
Melissa says
Hi Kayla, I consider that high praise, thanks so much. I’m delighted you enjoyed these as much as my family does.
Barbara says
I have an electric oven and the chops did not brown at all after 30 min at 350. I had to broil both sides for an extra 15 min. and even then, they were not golden brown. They were delicious, though. I think that next time I will brown them in an iron frying pan for a few min and then finish them off in the oven.
Do you think that it’s the electric oven that caused the problem? Or maybe I needed higher oven temp?
Melissa says
Hi Barbara, I’m, not certain if it was your oven or not. I’ve never had any trouble getting these to brown. You can certainly brown them in an oven safe skillet on the stovetop and finish in the oven next time as you mention.
Tiffany says
Awesome, cooked in air fryer and whole family loved them!
Melissa says
Love it, thanks!
Ashley says
Can you use the same ingredients and do chicken?
Melissa says
See this recipe for oven fried chicken.
Joyce says
I have made chicken very much like this for years. I agree butter is the key to browning. The family likes the.chicken cut into strips.
Margie says
This is my new favorite pork chop recipe! so tasty, I used thin cut chops since that’s what we like best, followed the recipe and they turned out great!
Melissa says
I’m so happy you enjoyed these, thanks!
Doug says
I don’t have a rack to cook them on, will that make a difference?
Melissa says
You can make them directly on a pan, sure.
Mandy says
I used cooking racks inside my broiler pan. When I reheated it I placed in my toaster oven directly on the pan. DELICIOUS!!!
Elaine says
Tried this recipe last night and it was delicious. Had to cook on my Barbecue grill as my oven wasn’t working. It worked well.
Amy McG says
These were yummy. I did Gluten free flour and breadcrumbs. Did larger bone in chops. Cooked for 42 minutes. Turned out great. Thank you!!
Melissa says
Thanks for sharing your gluten free tips. I’m delighted you enjoyed these chops!
Mandy says
I also used bone in. The fat along the bone seemed to make them really juicy!
Pat Giacobbe says
I really liked the flavor of the chops b I would have given it 5 stars but some of the topping came off when I turned them and most stuck to the pan even though I oiled it. Any suggestions?
Melissa says
Press the breading onto the cutlets and turn carefully.
Mandy Hendrickson says
This is so delicious. I’ve only really found a handful of recipes that actually turned out good. Well my entire family loves this!!! Even reheated it’s awesome! I don’t recommend reheating in the microwave. I reheated in toaster oven and then broiled it the last few minutes. It was actually better the next day! Yummy! Looking forward to trying more of her recipes! FYI…this is one of the very few reviews I’ve left. Keep up the great work!!
Melissa says
Great tips, thanks so much Mandy!
Heidi says
This is by far one of my favorite pork chop recipes! It’s packed with flavor and so juicy and tender. It’s pretty quick and simple to make also. It was a hit with my whole family! Thank you!
Melissa says
I’m so happy you and your family are enjoying this recipe, thanks so much!
Erica says
Can buttermilk be substituted for whole milk?
Melissa says
Absolutely, yes.
Kathleen says
Excellent! And, yes, use the rack.