Description
A delicious and savory baked garlic parmesan pork chops recipe featuring boneless pork chops seared to golden perfection and baked with a flavorful blend of garlic, parmesan cheese, and herbs for a juicy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 6–8 Boneless Pork Chops
- 1 Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1 Stick Unsalted Butter, Melted
- 5–6 Cloves Minced Garlic
- 1 Tablespoon Freshly Chopped Parsley
- 1½ Teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- Kosher Salt and Black Pepper, as needed
- Pinch of Cayenne Pepper (Optional)
- 1½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1½ Teaspoon Onion Powder
- ½ Teaspoon Oregano
- 2 Tablespoons Canola Oil
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F to prepare for baking the pork chops after searing.
- Prepare Garlic Parmesan Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the grated parmesan cheese, melted butter, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and parsley. Mix well and set aside to infuse the flavors.
- Season Pork Chops: Coat each pork chop with about 1 tablespoon of canola oil on both sides. Season liberally with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and optionally, a pinch of cayenne pepper for some heat.
- Sear the Pork Chops: Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil in a large oven-safe cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the pork chops in a single layer and cook for approximately 2 minutes per side until golden brown. If needed, sear in batches and set aside.
- Add Pork Chops to Skillet: Place all the seared pork chops back into the cast iron skillet, arranging them evenly.
- Top with Garlic Butter Mixture: Pour the prepared garlic parmesan butter mixture over all the pork chops, ensuring each chop is well coated with the flavorful topping.
- Bake the Pork Chops: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F, indicating they are perfectly cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork chops rest for a few minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring tender, juicy meat. Serve warm and enjoy your flavorful baked garlic parmesan pork chops.
Notes
- Ensure to use an oven-safe skillet for searing to go directly from stovetop to oven.
- Internal temperature of 145°F is key for juicy, safe-to-eat pork chops.
- Adjust cayenne pepper amount to control spice level or omit if preferred mild flavor.
- Resting meat is essential to keep pork chops moist and flavorful.
- For best results, use fresh freshly grated parmesan cheese rather than pre-grated.
Keywords: Pork Chops, Garlic Parmesan, Baked Pork Chops, Easy Dinner, Cast Iron Skillet