Perfect Parmesan Pork!

I love parmesan pork chops!  I have tried a handful of different recipes and they just don't pack the punch I look for.  So the other night I decided to just wing it on my own...and tada!!  A perfect parmesan pork chop!!  I was really excited :)  On the side I made a basic risotto and yummy parmesan garlic broccoli.  It was a great weeknight dinner- most of the prep can be done earlier in the day!  I hope you enjoy :)

Parmesan Pork Chops

4 thick cut pork chops (I like to buy a center cut loin and slice my own chops)
4-6 eggs
1-2 cups freshly grated parmesan
panko bread crumbs
flour
salt and pepper
butter
olive oil


Trim pork chops of any excess fat and pound out until about 3/4-1 inch thick.  Set out 4 shallow dishes (or paper plates for quick clean up).  In one dish mix 1 cup of flour and 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1 teaspoon pepper, mix.  Next dish crack and lightly beat 4 eggs.  Place 1-2 cups breadcrumbs in another dish and grated parmesan in the next.  When coating the chops you may need to add in more ingredients so keep them handy!

Coat chop with flour.  Dip chop in the egg, coat on both sides.  Next, coat with parmesan cheese.  Place chop back into the egg and coat, then coat with bread crumbs. 

Set chop aside on plate.  Repeat all steps until chops are completed, separate on plate with wax paper.  Set chops in fridge for at least 1 hour. 

Heat oven to 425 degrees.  In large fry pan heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat.  Place chop into pan and cook about 2 minutes on each side, chops should be golden brown on each side.  Set on paper towels.  Continue with all chops.

Place chops on baking sheet and bake in preheated oven for 3-5 minutes until cooked through!



Parmesan Garlic Broccoli

3 large broccoli crowns, cut
1 cup freshly grated parmesan
2 minced garlic cloves
olive oil
kosher salt and pepper

Heat oven to 450 degrees.  Place broccoli onto baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.  Toss to coat.  Roast for 20 minutes, tossing occasionally. 

Meanwhile, in serving dish mix together garlic and cheese, season with salt and pepper.  Mix in broccoli and serve.