Savory Baked Pork Chops 🍖✨

These delightful baked pork chops are a family favorite—crispy on the outside and tender on the inside! The combination of seasoned breadcrumbs and a creamy mushroom sauce creates a deliciously comforting dish that pairs perfectly with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or steamed veggies. 🌿🥔

Ingredients

For the pork chops

• 6 pork chops
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups Italian-style seasoned bread crumbs
• 4 tablespoons olive oil

For the sauce

• 1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/3 cup white wine (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare the Pork Chops Rinse the pork chops and pat them dry. Season both sides with garlic powder and seasoning salt to taste.

3. Breading Station Set up your breading station:

   • Place the beaten eggs in a small bowl.
   • In another shallow dish, add the flour.
   • In a third bowl, pour the seasoned breadcrumbs.

4. Coat the Chops Dredge each pork chop lightly in flour, followed by dipping in the egg, and finally, coat generously with the breadcrumbs.

🔥 Tip: For extra crunch, let the coated chops sit for about 10 minutes before frying. This helps the breading adhere better!

5. Frying Time Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the pork chops for about 5 minutes on each side or until the breading is golden brown.

6. Baking Prep Transfer the fried chops to a 9x13 inch baking dish and cover with foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

7. Make the Sauce While the pork chops are baking, mix together the cream of mushroom soup, milk, and white wine in a medium bowl.

8. Final Bake After an hour, remove the foil and pour the sauce mixture over the pork chops, then recover with foil. Bake for an additional 30 minutes.

🍷 Wine Note: If you're not a fan of white wine, feel free to replace it with chicken broth for a different flavor profile!

Variations

• Herbed Version: Add fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary to the breadcrumbs for an aromatic twist. 🌱
• Spicy Kick: Mix some cayenne pepper into the breading for a spicy layer of flavor! 🌶️
• Cheesy Delight: Sprinkle some shredded cheese over the pork chops during the last 10 minutes of baking for a cheesy topping.
• Low-carb: Substitute the breadcrumbs with crushed pork rinds for a keto-friendly option.

With this savory dish, you'll have a hearty meal that's sure to impress! Enjoy! 🍽️❤️