Description
Crispy oven baked pork chops are a quick, satisfying dinner that delivers golden, crunchy goodness while being healthier than fried pork chops. This dish is easy to prepare and offers genuine nutritional benefits, making it an ideal choice for delicious meals that align with health goals.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops
- 1 cup Italian seasoned panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- Cooking spray
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
3. In a shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir until well blended.
4. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise over both sides of each chop.
5. Press each mayonnaise-coated chop into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring thorough coverage.
6. Place breaded chops on the prepared baking sheet, spacing evenly. Lightly spray both sides with cooking spray.
7. Bake for 14 to 18 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
8. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Select pork chops that are at least 1-inch thick for best results.
Dry the pork chops thoroughly before coating to ensure crispiness.
Use fresh panko breadcrumbs for optimal crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg