Easy Parmesan Baked Pork Chops (Print version)
Juicy baked pork chops with a crisp Parmesan, panko, garlic, and herb crust, ready for a simple family dinner.
# Ingredients:
For the pork chops
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4 boneless center-cut pork chops, about 1 inch thick, 6 oz (170 g) each
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
For the Parmesan crust
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3/4 cup (45 g) panko breadcrumbs
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1/2 cup (50 g) finely grated Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for serving
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
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Pat the pork chops very dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 3/4 teaspoon salt and the black pepper.
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In a shallow dish, mix panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
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Stir the olive oil and Dijon mustard together. Brush the mixture over both sides of each pork chop, then press the chops firmly into the Parmesan crumbs until coated.
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Place the chops on the prepared baking sheet with space between them. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until the crust is golden and the thickest part of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).
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Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm.
# Good to know:
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Use pork chops about 1 inch thick for the best balance of crisp crust and juicy meat.
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Bake uncovered so the crumb coating stays crisp.
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Estimated nutrition is per pork chop.