Ingredients

4 boneless pork chops
1 cup grated romano cheese or 1 cup pecorino cheese
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
lemon wedge
Romano Pork Chops are a delicious and fast weeknight meal that will satisfy the taste buds of any meat lover. This recipe creates pork chops that are coated in a mix of flavorful romano cheese, breadcrumbs, and cajun spices. The mixture helps to make the chops extra crispy while keeping the meat tender and juicy. You can serve this dish with salad or steamed vegetables to create a balanced meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Mix together romano cheese, dry breadcrumbs, cajun seasoning, and lemon rind in a shallow dish.
3.Place flour on a plate and season with salt, and pepper.
4.Beat together eggs.
5.Coat each pork chop in seasoned flour, then dip in egg mixture, and coat in romano cheese mixture.
6.Heat oil in a frying pan until hot.
7.Brown pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side.
8.Transfer pork chops to baking dish, squeeze lemon juice over each chop, and top with cheese mixture.
9.Bake for 15-20 minutes.
10.Serve with a lemon wedge on the side.

PROS

These Romano Pork Chops are flavorful, juicy, and very easy to cook.

They are also low-carb and gluten-free.

CONS

Cooking pork can be tricky, as the meat should be cooked thoroughly to prevent foodborne illness.

Overcooking pork chops can make the meat dry.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is an excellent source of protein and many essential nutrients such as thiamin, niacin, selenium, vitamin B6, and phosphorus.
The lean cuts of pork, like pork chops, are low in saturated fat and calories.
Romano cheese is high in protein and calcium.
It can help in strengthening bones and maintaining muscle mass.

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