Description
These Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops are crispy, flavorful, and juicy, featuring a golden parmesan crust and a hint of garlic. Perfectly seared on the stovetop before finishing in the oven, they’re quick to prepare and deliver a savory meal that pairs well with a variety of sides.
Ingredients
Scale
Pork Chops
- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
Coating Mixture
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Cooking
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F to prepare for finishing the pork chops after searing.
- Prepare Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, kosher salt, and ground black pepper until combined thoroughly.
- Coat Pork Chops: Pat pork chops dry using paper towels. Dredge each chop in the Parmesan mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres well.
- Heat Skillet: Place an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and butter. Allow butter to melt and become foamy before adding the pork chops.
- Sear Pork Chops: Add pork chops to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the pork chops and sauté for about 1 minute to infuse flavor.
- Bake Pork Chops: Transfer the entire skillet to the preheated oven and bake pork chops for 10 to 15 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees F using an instant-read thermometer.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for a few minutes. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the pork chops and sprinkle with chopped parsley for added freshness.
- Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure pork chops reach the safe internal temperature of 145°F.
- Resting the meat after baking helps retain the juices for a more tender result.
- Bone-in pork chops add more flavor and help keep the meat moist during cooking.
- Lemon juice can be adjusted to taste or omitted if preferred.
- This recipe works well with a variety of sides like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or salads.
