Here’s a simple and delicious Parmesan Baked Pork Chops recipe — crispy, cheesy topping with juicy, tender pork inside.
🐖 Parmesan Baked Pork Chops
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about ¾–1 inch thick)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (Italian or plain)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prep the pork chops
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat pork chops dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Prepare breading
- Set up a breading station:
- Bowl 1: Flour
- Bowl 2: Beaten eggs
- Bowl 3: Mix breadcrumbs + Parmesan + garlic powder + paprika
- Dredge each pork chop in flour → egg → breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
3. Bake
- Place pork chops on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle or brush lightly with olive oil or melted butter.
- Bake 20–25 minutes (depending on thickness), until pork reaches internal temp 145°F (63°C) and breadcrumbs are golden brown.
- Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for extra crispiness.
4. Serve
- Garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
⭐ Tips & Variations
- Extra cheesy: Mix shredded mozzarella with the breadcrumbs.
- Herbed version: Add 1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried thyme to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Juicy chops: Don’t overbake — check internal temp with a meat thermometer.
- Low-carb option: Use crushed pork rinds or almond flour instead of breadcrumbs.
I can also give you a garlic butter Parmesan skillet pork chops version or a crispy air fryer Parmesan pork chops recipe next!
