Golden, crispy, and incredibly comforting. These classic breaded pork chops feature an irresistible crunchy exterior that perfectly protects the meat, keeping the inside incredibly tender and juicy. A timeless family favorite that is ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 4 Boneless pork chops (about 1/2 to 3/4-inch thick works best)
- 1/2 cup All-purpose flour (for the first breading layer)
- 2 large Eggs (lightly beaten)
- 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs (or regular traditional breadcrumbs)
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (grated, optional for extra savory flavor)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Salt (divided)
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper (divided)
- 1/4 cup Vegetable oil or canola oil (for shallow frying)
Instructions
- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. In the first dish, whisk together the flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. In the second dish, beat the two eggs. In the third dish, mix the Panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and the remaining salt and pepper.
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. If they are very thick, you can gently pound them to an even 1/2-inch thickness with a meat mallet.
- Coat each pork chop in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated. Finally, press the chop firmly into the breadcrumb mixture so the crumbs adhere perfectly to the meat.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. You want the oil hot enough to gently sizzle when you drop a breadcrumb in it.
- Carefully place the breaded pork chops into the hot oil. Fry for 4-5 minutes per side until the crust is a deep golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove the chops from the skillet and transfer them to a wire cooling rack or a paper-towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Let them rest for 3-5 minutes before serving for maximum juiciness!
Nutrition
Calories: 209kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 97mgSodium: 883mgPotassium: 113mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 185IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 134mgIron: 2mg