Description
These easy Breaded Pork Chops feature a crispy golden crust and tender, juicy meat inside, making them a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners. With simple pantry ingredients and versatile seasoning, this recipe delivers satisfying crunch and rich taste that everyone loves.
Ingredients
Scale
Pork Chops
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops, about 1-inch thick
Breading
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
For Frying
- Vegetable or canola oil, enough to cover skillet bottom about 1/4 inch
Instructions
- Prepare Your Breading Station: Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with the breadcrumb mixture. This makes the breading process smooth and mess-free.
- Coat the Pork Chops: Pat each pork chop dry with paper towels. Dredge the pork chop in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, letting extra egg drip off. Press the chop evenly into the breadcrumbs, coating both sides thoroughly.
- Heat the Oil: Pour enough oil into a large skillet to cover the bottom about 1/4 inch. Heat over medium-high until shimmering but not smoking, ensuring a crispy crust without excess grease absorption.
- Cook the Pork Chops: Carefully place breaded pork chops in the hot oil. Fry for 4-5 minutes per side, flipping gently to avoid disturbing the breading. Remove once a golden brown crust forms and pork is cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Transfer pork chops to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Let rest for a few minutes to lock in juices before serving.
Notes
- Choose pork chops about 1 inch thick for even cooking and juicy results.
- Pat chops dry before breading to help coatings adhere and crisp up.
- Maintain medium-high heat; too hot burns the crust, too low creates sogginess.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra light and crispy texture.
- Rest chops before serving to keep meat juicy and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg