Crispy Herb-Crusted Pork Chops with a Zesty Lemon Twist

Ingredients

- 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pork Chops:
- Rinse the pork chops under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper.

2. Set Up Breading Stations:
- In a shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- In a separate shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined.
- In a third shallow dish, mix breadcrumbs with chopped parsley.

3. Bread the Pork Chops:
- Dredge each pork chop in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Dip the floured pork chop into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
- Coat the pork chop in the breadcrumb and parsley mixture, pressing gently to ensure the crumbs adhere.

4. Pan Fry the Pork Chops:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Carefully add the breaded pork chops to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Cook each side for approximately 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (62.8°C).
- Remove the pork chops from the pan and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

5. Serve:
- Transfer the crispy pork chops to a serving platter.
- Garnish with lemon wedges.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
10 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT30M
30 minutes

Total Time

- PT40M
40 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Pork Chops
- Pan Fry
- Crispy
- Herb-Crusted
- Easy Dinner
- Lemon
- Breaded Pork
- Quick Meal
- Family Dinner
- Comfort Food

Recipe Yield

- Serves 4 adults

Calories

- 1800 total calories for the entire dish

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