Description
Crispy shake and bake pork chops bring classic comfort to dinner tables with irresistible crunch and nostalgic flavor. Quick homemade coating delivers restaurant-quality results that make weeknight meals deliciously simple for you.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 pork chops (boneless or bone-in, ¾ to 1 inch thick)
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 cup (100 grams) breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Optional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Transform the kitchen oven to a precise 400F (200C), preparing a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light olive oil coating to prevent sticking.
- Craft a robust flavor profile by blending breadcrumbs with Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, pepper, oregano, and cayenne pepper in a resealable plastic bag or mixing vessel, ensuring thorough integration of spices.
- Meticulously cleanse pork chops with paper towels, eliminating excess moisture to guarantee optimal crispness.
- Enhance breadcrumb adhesion by delicately brushing pork chops with olive oil, creating a receptive surface for seasoned coating.
- Encase each pork chop within the spice-laden breadcrumb mixture, either by vigorously shaking in the sealed bag or methodically pressing into the seasoned crumbs, ensuring comprehensive and uniform coverage.
- Strategically arrange coated pork chops on the prepared baking sheet, ideally utilizing a wire rack to maintain crisp texture on all surfaces.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, executing a precise midpoint flip to guarantee even browning and consistent internal temperature of 145F (63C).
- Allow pork chops a brief resting period of 5 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute, then present alongside complementary accompaniments like creamy mashed potatoes, caramelized roasted vegetables, or a vibrant side salad.
Notes
- Swap breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond meal or crushed pork rinds for celiac or low-carb diets.
- Adjust spice levels by reducing or eliminating cayenne pepper for sensitive palates or children.
- Use bone-in pork chops for extra moisture and richer flavor, ensuring they’re similar thickness for even cooking.
- Try different cheese variations like sharp cheddar or smoked gouda instead of Parmesan to create unique flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg