Parmesan Pork Cutlets

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Parmesan Pork Cutlets are a mouthwatering twist on classic breaded pork. Tender boneless pork chops are pounded thin and coated in a savory mixture of finely grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and aromatic Italian seasoning for a delightfully crunchy exterior. Each cutlet is pan-fried to golden perfection in olive oil, ensuring a juicy and succulent interior. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and satisfying dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon and your favorite sides—such as a crisp salad, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables—for a meal that will impress every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless pork chops
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Place the pork chops between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound each piece to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 2

Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Dredge each pork cutlet in the flour, ensuring it is evenly coated. Shake off excess flour.

Step 4

Dip the floured pork cutlet into the beaten eggs, coating both sides, then press it firmly into the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture. Ensure the entire cutlet is coated evenly.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the pork cutlets in batches, if necessary, to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 6

Cook each cutlet for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 145°F). Transfer cooked cutlets to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 7

Serve the Parmesan pork cutlets warm with fresh lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top. Pair with a side salad, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1151.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2887.9

Total Fat 160.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 814.9mg	0%
Sodium 6258.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 143.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 11.6g
Protein 204.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 2209.0mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 2433.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.9%

Protein: 28.8%

Carbs: 20.3%