Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops – easy pork chop recipes
These garlic parmesan pork chops are like a cozy hug on a plate 🐷🧄🧀. Juicy, golden, and full of that savory crunch, they’ve become my go-to when I need something that tastes like effort but doesn’t take a ton of it. A handful of pantry staples, a skillet, and about 30 minutes? That’s dinner magic, right there.
I remember the first time I made these—I was halfway through binge-watching a show and didn’t want to pause for more than a commercial break. Somehow, these pork chops came through with crispy edges, melty cheese, and enough garlic to keep the vampires guessing.
If you’re tired of the same chicken dinners (no offense to chicken), these chops are your ticket out. Pair them with buttery mashed potatoes or a crisp salad, and boom—you’ve got a meal that feels way fancier than it really is. Bonus: picky eaters love them too, even the ones who usually side-eye pork like it insulted their cat.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops, about 1 inch thick
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Press each chop into the breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides evenly.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the pork chops for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15–18 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Maybe even take a photo first—you earned it.