Parmesan Pork Cutlets
Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Parmesan Pork Cutlets are a mouthwatering twist on classic breaded pork. Tender boneless pork chops are pounded thin and coated in a savory mixture of finely grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and aromatic Italian seasoning for a delightfully crunchy exterior. Each cutlet is pan-fried to golden perfection in olive oil, ensuring a juicy and succulent interior. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and satisfying dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon and your favorite sides—such as a crisp salad, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables—for a meal that will impress every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless pork chops
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Place the pork chops between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound each piece to about 1/4-inch thickness.
Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Dredge each pork cutlet in the flour, ensuring it is evenly coated. Shake off excess flour.
Dip the floured pork cutlet into the beaten eggs, coating both sides, then press it firmly into the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture. Ensure the entire cutlet is coated evenly.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the pork cutlets in batches, if necessary, to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Cook each cutlet for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 145°F). Transfer cooked cutlets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve the Parmesan pork cutlets warm with fresh lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top. Pair with a side salad, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2888 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 160.4 g | 206% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.1 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 815 mg | 272% | |
| Sodium | 6259 mg | 272% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.5 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 204.0 g | 408% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 2209 mg | 170% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2433 mg | 52% | |
*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.
