Linda’s Italian Pork Chops

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 14
Linda's Italian Pork Chops - Crispy and Flavorful!
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 -8 pork chops , thin
3 cups breadcrumbs
3 eggs , beaten
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons parsley
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons italian seasoning or 2 tablespoons oregano
olive oil
parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
490
Sugar
1g
Fat
16g
Linda's Italian Pork Chops is a classic Italian dish that is easy to make and can feed a crowd on a budget. The pork chops are coated in a crispy, flavorful breadcrumb mixture that is spiced with herbs like garlic, parsley, and Italian seasoning. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want to serve up a hearty, comforting meal that is both filling and nutritious. Whether you serve these pork chops with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a salad, they are bound to be a family favorite!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil and lightly coat with olive oil.
3.In a shallow dish, mix together breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and parsley.
4.In another shallow dish, beat the eggs with water until well combined.
5.Dip each pork chop in the egg mixture, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing the breadcrumbs onto the chops.
6.Place the pork chops on the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle parmesan cheese on top.
7.Drizzle each chop with olive oil.
8.Bake for 25-30 minutes, until cooked through and crispy.

PROS

Linda’s Italian Pork Chops is a delicious, easy-to-make meal that is sure to impress guests.

The pork chops are crispy and flavorful, and the addition of parmesan cheese adds a nice cheesy touch to the dish.

This recipe is gluten-free and can easily be made low-carb by substituting breadcrumbs with almond flour.

CONS

Pork chops can be high in fat and calories, especially if they are pan-fried instead of baked.

It’s important to choose lean pork chops and to monitor portion sizes.

The breadcrumb coating may contain high amounts of sodium, so this recipe may not be suitable for those on a low-sodium diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a good source of protein, B vitamins, and minerals such as iron, magnesium, and zinc.
The parmesan cheese in this recipe adds calcium and a delicious cheesy flavor.
This recipe also uses olive oil instead of butter or margarine, which is an unsaturated fat and may help reduce inflammation and lower your risk of heart disease. The use of herbs and spices like parsley, garlic, and Italian seasoning provides anti-inflammatory benefits and boosts the immune system.

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