My Baked Breaded Pork Chops are a go-to weeknight recipe. We’re talking juicy, tender pork coated in a flavorful breadcrumb crust, baked to golden perfection. Get ready for a simple, family-friendly meal that’s sure to become a weeknight favorite.
My family loves pork chops, if yours does too, then try my creamy garlic pork chops and my french onion soup pork chops.
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Why this Baked Breaded Pork Chops Recipe is a Keeper
I have always liked this recipe for breaded pork chops in oven because it’s a quick and easy meal that’s also delicious. You will definitely want to add these juicy and tender tasty chops to your stash of easy baked dinner recipes.
- Easy Ingredients: All of the ingredients to make this easy dinner recipe can be found in pantry.
- Family Friendly: This crispy, juicy meal will definitely be a family favorite.
- Adaptable: Can change up the seasoning and breading to make it just right for your family. It is a perfect meal.
- Makes Great Leftovers: Just heat and serve the next day for a super lunch or do over dinner. My boys fights about who gets to take them.
How Do I Get Crispy Breaded Pork Chops?
To ensure your juicy breaded pork chops are crispy on the outside, pan sear them before they are baked in the oven.
Dryness is Key: Pat the pork chops thoroughly dry with paper towels. Excess moisture will prevent the breading from adhering and crisping.
Thickness Matters: Opt for pork chops that are relatively uniform in thickness. This ensures even cooking.
Pro Recipe Tip for Easy Pork Chops in Oven
Brine for Juiciness: Brining, even for just 30 minutes, makes a huge difference. A simple saltwater brine (1/4 cup salt per 4 cups water) adds moisture and flavor. Pat the chops dry thoroughly after brining.
Ingredient Notes and Variation Suggestions for Oven Baked Pork Chops
All of the required ingredients are easy to find at the store, but you may even have some of them in your kitchen already. If you don’t, you can use different ingredients to substitute.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Boneless Pork Chops: Breaded baked pork chops are the easiest to make if you use boneless chops.
- Breadcrumbs: Use seasoned Panko breadcrumbs to make pork chops. Feel free to add some Italian seasoning herbs in the breading.
- Breadcrumbs: You can also use gluten-free breadcrumbs, crushed cornflakes, or even crushed potato chips for a fun twist to dip the pork in.
- Seasoning: The possibilities are endless! Experiment with different spice combinations in the flour and panko bread crumb mixture. Try Italian seasoning, Cajun spices, or even a simple garlic powder and onion powder blend.
- Cheese: Add grated Parmesan, Pecorino Romano, or cheddar cheese to the breadcrumbs for extra flavor.
- Herbs: Fresh or dried herbs like parsley, thyme, rosemary, or oregano can be added to the breading.
- Sauce: Serve the pork chops with your favorite sauce, such as a creamy mushroom sauce, apple chutney, or even just a squeeze of lemon.
How to Make Breaded Pork Chops Recipe
Make baked breaded pork chops in 4 easy to follow steps. This oven baked breaded pork chops recipe so easy to put together, you’ll be adding it to your weekly meal rotation.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Preheat the Oven and Prep Breading: Preheat oven to 325℉ and prepare your breading station.
- Bread the Pork Chops: Season both sides of each pork chop with All Purpose Seasoning, instead of just salt and pepper. Dip pork chops in the flour, then milk and egg mix, and finally in the breadcrumbs.
- Preheat and Season Skillet: Heat olive oil in a large, oven proof skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic, cook, then discard.
5. Bake the Pork Chops: Place the breaded pork chops in the skillet and cook for 5 minutes per side or until lightly browned. Then, place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake. Then remove from the oven and let rest.
Prep Ahead Suggestions to Make Breaded Pork Chops
When you prepare steps ahead of time, it can help save you time and kitchen space when it comes to making easy baked pork chops for dinner.
- Breading: You can bread the pork chops several hours before baking. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover them loosely with plastic wrap, and refrigerate. Let them sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before baking.
How to Store, Reheat and Use Leftovers
- Storing: Store leftover pork chops in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: You can reheat in the oven, air fryer or in a pan on the stove. You could also do grilled pork chops.
- Using Leftovers: Enjoy leftover pork chops with Italian bread and Make Ahead Crock Pot Mashed Potatoes.
Easy Baked Pork Chops Recipe FAQs
Yes. If you would prefer to use bone-in pork chops, feel free to make the swap. If you want to use a thicker cut, like pork tenderloin, you will have to adjust the cook time.
You will need to cook the chops for a total of about 35 minutes or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145℉.
Any kind of bread crumbs will do for this recipe. Make sure they’re seasoned so that you get a little extra flavor with your oven baked bone-in pork chops.
Make sure you press the breadcrumbs firmly onto the pork chops to ensure they adhere well with the egg and flour to the meat.
Expert Tips to Love This Recipe
- Bake at the Right Temperature: A moderate oven temperature (around 375-400°F or 190-200°C) is ideal for even cooking and preventing the breading from burning.
- Don’t Overcook: Cook pork chops until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Use an instant-read thermometer to check for doneness. Overcooked pork chops will be dry.
- Rest Before Slicing: Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful chop.
- Alternate Cooking Method: Air fryer pork chops are always a great way to go.
- What to serve with the Pork Chops: My family loves Roasted Smashed Potatoes, Lemon Orzo Salad, and Rustic Apple Tart.
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Baked Breaded Pork Chops
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- 3 Shallow Dishes
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Ingredients
- ¼ cup Flour
- 2 Eggs, lightly beaten
- 3 tablespoons Milk
- 1 cup Seasoned bread crumbs
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Dried parsley
- 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 4 Boneless pork chops
- 2 teaspoons All Purpose Seasoning Blend
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, peeled and sliced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325℉.
- In a shallow dish, such as a pie plate, add the flour.
- In another shallow dish, whisk together the beaten eggs and milk.
- In a third shallow dish, add breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley and garlic powder; Stir to combine.
- Season both sides of each pork chop with All Purpose Seasoning Blend.
- Dredge both sides of one pork chop in flour, tapping off any excess.
- Dip the floured pork chop in the egg mixture, making sure that the entire pork chop is completely coated.
- Finally, dip the pork chop in the breadcrumb mixture, again making sure the entire pork chop is completely coated; Set aside.
- Repeat with remaining pork chops.
- Heat the olive oil in a large, oven proof skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic to the skillet and cook until lightly brown. Remove garlic and discard.
- Place the breaded pork chops in the pre-heated skillet and cook for 5 minutes per side or until lightly browned. The pork will not be cooked though at this point.
- Place the skillet with the browned pork chops in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145℉.
Christina’s Notes
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- Bake at the Right Temperature: A moderate oven temperature (around 375-400°F or 190-200°C) is ideal for even cooking and preventing the breading from burning.
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- Don’t Overcook: Cook pork chops until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Use an instant-read thermometer to check for doneness. Overcooked pork chops will be dry.
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- Rest Before Slicing: Let the pork chops rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful chop.
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- Alternate Cooking Method: Air fryer pork chops are always a great way to go.
- What to serve with the Pork Chops: My family loves Roasted Smashed Potatoes, Lemon Orzo Salad, and Rustic Apple Tart.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
I had high hopes for this but I’m disappointed. Yet another recipe that delivers chops that are crispy on top, soggy on the bottom, and breading that falls off when you slice into them. Flavor was okay
My family and I loved this recipe. My son asked me if we could have it again tomorrow night!
Can you make this with thick loin pork chop
Ofcourse, you will just have to adjust your cooking time for the size of the chop.
We adore breaded pork jobs! Can’t wait to try this recipe out!
Amazing baked pork chops!
This is one of my husband’s favorite meals! We love the crispy breading on these tender, juicy pork chops!