Description
Buttermilk Parmesan Pork Chops are an irresistible blend of crispy, golden-brown crust and juicy, tender meat, making them the perfect centerpiece for any dinner table. Marinated in tangy buttermilk and coated with a crunchy Panko-Parmesan mixture, these pork chops deliver a savory flavor explosion with every bite. Ideal for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this dish is sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Serve it with your favorite sides for a delightful meal that feels both comforting and gourmet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless center-cut pork chops
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk
- 2 cups Panko crumbs
- â…“ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Marinate the pork chops in buttermilk for at least 2 hours (or overnight) in a large ziptop bag.
- Preheat your oven to 325°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Panko crumbs, flour, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Remove the pork chops from the marinade and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Coat each chop in the Panko mixture.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat and sear the pork chops until golden brown on both sides (about 2–3 minutes per side).
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet and sprinkle additional Parmesan on top of each chop before transferring to the oven.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg