Oven Baked Breaded Pork Chops
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Delicious with a crunch! Make your own “shake n bake” breading for pork chops with simple ingredients for these oven baked breaded pork chops.
This recipe was originally published in December 2013, but has since been updated.
My usual go-to method for cooking pork chops is cooking them with a can of cream of mushroom soup. Since I didn’t have any of the soup, and I really didn’t feel like trying to make some from scratch, I decided to whip up a “shake and bake” type of breading for some boneless pork chops we had thawed.
How to Make Oven-Baked Breaded Pork Chops
This baked and breaded pork chop recipe starts with boneless loin pork chops for the best flavor and most even baking.
Ingredients
- Boneless Pork Chops
- eggs
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Panko Breadcrumbs
- Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs
- Parmesan cheese
- garlic powder
- smoked paprika
- salt
- pepper
- cayenne optional
Equipment
- OXO Good Grips Nylon Flexible Turner, Black & Good Grips Nylon Spoon
- Digital Meat Thermometer
- Balloon Whisk
- Pyrex 8 Inch Square Baking Dish, Red, 8-inches
- Premium Non-Stick Bakeware Cookie Baking Sheets Set, 2-Piece
Step 1: Let the pork chops come to room temperature first. While the chops come up to temperature, mix up the breading. I find it easiest to set up a “breading station” with one shallow container for eggs, one for the breading mixture, and a prepared baking sheet.
Step 2: In one shallow dish beat 2 eggs and add 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce. In a second shallow dish combine 1/2 cup of panko bread crumbs, 1/2 cup of Italian seasoned bread crumbs, 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon each of garlic powder, and smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon each of salt, pepper, and cayenne (optional).
I like to use both Panko crumbs and Italian seasoned bread crumbs. You could use just plain bread crumbs, but the Italian seasoning gives the pork chops a nice flavor while the Panko adds some crunch.
Step 3: Prepare a baking dish or baking sheet with some oil or cooking spray. I used a nonstick olive oil spray but vegetable oil or any cooking spray will work just fine. You could also use parchment paper.
Step 4: One by one, dip a pork chop in the egg mixture, then dredge in the panko/breadcrumb mixture.
When finished place the breaded pork chops on the prepared baking dish or sheet.
Step 5: Bake the breaded pork chops at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-35 minutes for 1/2″ thick boneless chops. Make sure to turn them halfway through so both sides crisp evenly. They are cooked through when no longer pink or the juices run clear and the internal temperature reads 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
After they are cooked, I like to turn the broiler on for about 5 minutes just to make them a little more crispy.
Allow the pork chops to rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.
FAQs
What type of pork chops are best to bake?
Any type of pork chop will work with this breading recipe, however, I prefer to use boneless loin pork chops. They cook more evenly and the breading stays on better. If you choose to use bone-in pork chops, you may need to adjust the baking time.
What internal temperature should pork chops be when cooked?
Pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit,
What temperature and how long to bake breaded pork chops?
In this recipe, bake the breaded pork chops at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30-35 minutes for 1/2″ thick chops.
Can this breaded pork chop recipe be cooked in an air fryer?
Yes! You can make this breaded boneless pork chop recipe in an air fryer easily. Prepare the pork chops as directed. Before placing the pork into the basket of an air fryer, mist the breading with an oil mister to set the bread crumbs. Then air fry the pork chops at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 25 minutes. Flip the pork chops halfway through cooking.
What to Serve with Oven Baked Breaded Pork Chops
- Easy Microwave Cooked Carrots
- Slow Cooker Green Beans
- The Easiest Oven Roasted Asparagus
- Easy Oven Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower
- Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Easy Baked Zucchini Slices
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Oven Baked Breaded Pork Chops
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 Boneless Pork Chops
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 1/2 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne optional
Instructions
- Let the pork chops come to room temperature and trim excess fat before breading.
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Line a baking dish or sheet with parchment paper, or grease with cooking oil.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together 2 eggs and 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce.
- In a second shallow dish, mix together both types of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings.
- One pork chop at a time, dip into the egg mixture, then into the breadcrumb mixture. Place on the prepared baking sheet or dish.
- Continue step 6 for all 4 pork chops.
- Place pork chops in the heated oven and bake for 30 minutes. Flip the pork chops halfway through cooking.
- The pork chops are done when internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit is reached.
