Romano Pork Chops
Crispy, flavorful, and irresistibly juicy, Romano Pork Chops are a restaurant-quality meal you can easily recreate at home. Coated in a golden crust of finely grated Romano cheese, seasoned breadcrumbs, and aromatic spices like garlic powder and paprika, these bone-in pork chops deliver a perfect balance of crunch and tenderness. After a quick sear in olive oil and butter, they're finished in the oven for a deliciously moist interior, while the cheese and breadcrumb coating turns beautifully crisp. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds a bright, zesty twist, making these pork chops ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Ready in just 40 minutes, serve them alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a mouthwatering meal that's sure to impress. Keywords: Romano Pork Chops, crispy pork chops, breaded pork chops, easy pork recipe, weeknight dinner idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops
- 1 cup Romano cheese, finely grated
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the pork chops on a plate and pat them dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Set up a breading station: place the flour on a shallow plate, beat the eggs in a bowl, and mix Romano cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and paprika on another plate.
Dredge each pork chop first in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the Romano cheese and breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to adhere the coating.
Heat olive oil and butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once the butter has melted and the oil is shimmering, sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F (63°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes.
Serve warm with a fresh squeeze of lemon juice over the top for added brightness. Pair with your favorite side dishes like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4084 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 253.0 g | 324% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.9 g | 524% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1187 mg | 396% | |
| Sodium | 8792 mg | 382% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.4 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 298.3 g | 597% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 2611 mg | 201% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 3082 mg | 66% | |
*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.
