Panko-Breaded Pork Parmigiana

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Like chicken Parmigiana, but using thin pork cutlets instead! Topped with rich marinara and melted mozzarella, these crispy Parmesan-crusted pork chops will rival the famous chicken dish that everybody loves! If you like yours with extra sauce, double the marinara.

Submitted by France C
Updated on November 17, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 4 (5 ounce) boneless, thin cut pork loin chops

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 large eggs, beaten

  • ¼ cup panko bread crumbs

  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese

  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 cup marinara sauce

  • 3 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh flat leaf parsley

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  2. Pound pork chops with a meat mallet to an even 1/4- to 3/8-inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper on both sides.

  3. Place flour and eggs into 2 separate shallow dishes. Combine panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning in a third dish.

  4. Dip each pork chop first into flour, shaking off the excess. Next, dip into egg mixture, letting any excess drip off. Coat chops in crumb mixture and set on a plate.

  5. Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet until hot. Fry chops for 2 minutes, flip, and fry an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Transfer to a baking dish and top each chop with 1/4 cup of sauce, then top with cheese.

  6. Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is warmed through and cheese is melted, 6 to 8 minutes. Top with parsley before serving.

Cook’s Note

I used Rao's marinara sauce for this recipe.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

428 Calories
24g Fat
23g Carbs
31g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 428
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g 31%
Saturated Fat 8g 41%
Cholesterol 159mg 53%
Sodium 560mg 24%
Total Carbohydrate 23g 8%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 31g 61%
Vitamin C 4mg 5%
Calcium 278mg 21%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 542mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.