Crunchy Pork Chops
Sink your teeth into the ultimate comfort dish with these irresistibly **Crunchy Pork Chops**! This recipe takes tender pork chops and transforms them into golden, crispy perfection with a flavorful crust of **panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic spices** like paprika and garlic powder. The secret to their delightful crunch lies in a careful three-step breading process, followed by a quick pan-fry in hot oil to lock in both juiciness and texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, these pork chops are perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Pair them with creamy mashed potatoes or a crisp green salad for a meal everyone will rave about. Easy to make and loaded with flavor, these crunchy pork chops are a winner every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces pork chops
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1.5 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
Lay out the pork chops and pat them dry with paper towels. If desired, trim excess fat.
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. Fill the first bowl with all-purpose flour. In the second bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk until well combined. In the third bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Dredge each pork chop in the flour, ensuring an even coating. Shake off any excess flour.
Dip the floured pork chop into the egg mixture, coating it completely.
Press the pork chop firmly into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even layer of breadcrumbs sticks to all sides.
Repeat the breading process for all pork chops and place them on a plate or baking sheet.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. The oil should be hot enough that a breadcrumb dropped into it sizzles immediately.
Carefully place the pork chops into the skillet, being sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the breading is golden brown and the pork is cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F).
Remove the pork chops from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy them while they're hot and crunchy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2982 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.4 g | 258% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.6 g | 258% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 343 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 3846 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.2 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 141.0 g | 282% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 616 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1707 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
