Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops

• 4 boneless pork chops, about 1 inch thick
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 Tablespoons Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. 2

   Mix the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, paprika, parsley, garlic powder, and pepper together in a shallow dish.

3. 3

   Put olive oil in a frying pan and heat on medium-high. Swirl the pan to coat it with oil.

4. 4

   Dip each pork chop in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to make it stick if needed.

5. 5

   Add the pork chops to the pan and sear each side for 2 minutes until they are golden brown.

6. 6

   Place the pork chops in a glass baking dish or leave them in the pan if it is oven-safe.

7. 7

   Put the pork chops in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.

8. 8

   Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes.