Succulent boneless pork chops crusted in a golden Parmesan and garlic topping, sprinkled with zesty lemon for a simple yet flavorful weeknight dinner. With less than an hour needed from prep to table, these juicy chops will become a firm favorite.
Season the pork chops with salt and pepper. Let them rest while you prepare the other ingredients.
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Combine the grated Parmesan cheese, Panko breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder in a shallow bowl.
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Stir the olive oil into the Parmesan mixture. The mixture should be slightly crumbly.
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Beat the egg whites in a separate shallow bowl.
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Dip each pork chop into the whisked egg whites, ensuring that all sides are evenly coated, then press the chop into the Parmesan mixture. Make sure it's well coated.
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Place the coated pork chops on a baking sheet and bake for about 22 minutes. The pork should reach an internal temperature of 165 and the outer crust should be golden brown.
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Finish the chops by sprinkling with fresh lemon zest and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.