Panko Pork Chops
Tender and juicy, these panko pork chops are a delicious dinner idea. The crunchy coating made with Japanese bread crumbs is sure to please.
Servings (Adjustable):
Calories: 413kcal
Ingredients
- 2 bone-in pork chops
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning or oregano
- 1 teaspoon Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs divided
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Coat each pork chop with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, followed by a squeeze of lemon juice. Finally, spread a layer of Dijon mustard on top of each chop.
- Place breadcrumbs in a shallow bowl. Toss each pork chop in the breadcrumbs to cover and place in the tray.
- Drizzle olive oil on top of each pork chop.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until pork chops are cooked through with an internal temperature of at least 145°F.
Notes
When choosing pork chops, it's best to select cuts at least 1 inch thick to ensure they don't dry out during cooking. If you have the time, it's also best to let the meat sit at room temperature for at least half an hour before cooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 413kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 812mg | Potassium: 624mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 21IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 2mg