Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Super quick and easy pork chops baked with a Parmesan-crusted coating that keeps these chops moist and tender besides bursting with flavor.

The recipe can be made with any meat you have on hand and baked in less than 30 minutes in the oven.

Our recipe coating has mayonnaise mixed with seasoning and then topped with Italian-style breadcrumbs that bring pork chops to a whole other level and a total game-changer in flavor.

Check out this easy recipe in our printable recipe card at the bottom just hit print and the ads will disappear.


parmesan topped seared then baked pork chops on a white plate with fresh herbs





Easy Steps and Ingredients for Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet or casserole pan with parchment paper
  2. Place the meat on the parchment paper and set it aside
  3. In a small mixing bowl add the mayonnaise with seasoning and mix together
  4. Smear a little on each chop and then sprinkle with breadcrumbs
  5. Bake for around 25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees using an instant-read thermometer
  6. Photo Below is Chicken Crusted Parmesan
  7. Note:  (You can find that tool under Kitchen Toy Shop on our Amazon Store Front Page ("paid affiliate link" see privacy policy disclaimer)


chicken with the parmesan crust


Suggestions and Tips for Making Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops:


  • If you want a change to indoor cooking, you can grill pork or grill the chicken for a nice smoked char flavor then broil the topping indoors when it's cooked through.
  • Try this recipe with chicken or boneless steak
  • Always use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the food is safely cooked at the correct internal temperature
  • For a little heat, add some cayenne pepper to the mayonnaise mixture or a few teaspoons of hot sauce
  • Let the meat rest before serving around 3 minutes
  • Use thawed fresh cuts of meat never from the frozen state
  • Top with crispy cooked bacon


seared pork chops


Parmesan Crusted Pork Chop Shopping List

  • center cut pork chops (boneless chicken or steak)
  • mayonnaise
  • Italian seasoning
  • granulated garlic powder
  • Italian flavored breadcrumbs
  • pepper
  • salt 
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • Parmesan Cheese
  • Garlic either fresh or granulated
  • for these exact measurements print the recipe card below


mayonnaise topping for Parmesan crusted pork chops


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Pork or Chicken Baked Topping


This simple mayonnaise and herb topping is really perfect for any meat.

The crust this topping makes is a delicious addition to chicken, beef, and even lamb, so if pork isn't your favorite try another your family prefers.

Always check the internal temperature so the food is done and safe to eat with an instant-read thermometer.

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Author: Claudia Lamascolo
Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

Easy baked pork chops with just a few ingredients that stay moist and delicious inside and outside have a delicious breadcrumb and Parmesan topping.
Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 25 MinTotal time: 35 Min

Ingredients

  • 4 Center Cut Pork Chops or 4 cut-in-half chicken breasts (boneless skinless)
  • Note: sometimes we make both pork and chicken on the same baking sheet (2 pieces of each)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning herbs
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Optional: black pepper to taste, pinch of cayenne pepper for heat or use 2 teaspoons of hot sauce for a spicy mayonnaise topping
  • Garnish: Italian Flavored Breadcrumbs
  • Optional Topping: crispy crumbled fried bacon

Instructions

  1. In a grided cast iron frying pan, sear the pork chops on both sides just to get some nice grill marks. Just around 2 minutes on each side on high heat.
  2. Note: (This is not a required step however we like a nice char on ours)
  3. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees and oil spray or line a baking pan with parchment paper. ( Tip: add a little cooking oil spray to the parchment paper for a crisper bottom for the chicken).
  4. Add the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce. and seasonings to a small bowl and blend. ( black pepper is optional to taste)
  5. Place this mixture (around 1 tablespoon or more) on top of each piece of meat you're using.
  6. Sprinkle the top with breadcrumbs evenly on each piece of pork or chicken.
  7. Bake for around 25 minutes and test the meat with an instant-read thermometer.
  8. Pork should be at 145 degrees internal temperature when completed cooking.
  9. Follow the same instructions for substituting Chicken, however the internal temperature should be at 165 degrees when completed cooking.
  10. Let rest 3 to 4 minutes after baking before serving.

Notes

Suggestions and Tips for Making Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops:


  • If you want a change to indoor cooking, you can grill pork or grill the chicken for a nice smoked char flavor then broil the topping indoors when it's cooked through.
  • Try this recipe with chicken or boneless steak
  • Always use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the food is safely cooked at the correct internal temperature
  • For a little heat, add some cayenne pepper to the mayonnaise mixture or a few teaspoons of hot sauce
  • Let the meat rest before serving around 3 minutes
  • Use thawed fresh cuts of meat never from the frozen state
  • Sprinkle crispy bacon on top after this is cooked for a garnish


Nutrition Facts

Calories

489.52

Fat (grams)

28.7 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

5.56 g

Carbs (grams)

3.98 g

Fiber (grams)

0.41 g

Net carbs

3.58 g

Sugar (grams)

0.52 g

Protein (grams)

50.62 g

Sodium (milligrams)

588.76 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

161.86 mg

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