Place the softened butter in a small bowl. Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, and Parmesan if using.
Mix everything together until well combined. The garlic butter should be fragrant and creamy.
Step 2: Prepare the Pork Chops
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Allow them to sit at room temperature for about 10–15 minutes while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
Step 3: Make the Topping
Combine the breadcrumbs with a small portion of the garlic butter mixture. Stir until the crumbs are lightly coated and have a moist, crumbly texture.
This topping will become beautifully golden and crisp as the pork chops cook.
Step 4: Assemble
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil and arrange the pork chops in a single layer.
Spread a generous spoonful of garlic butter over each chop, then add the seasoned breadcrumb mixture on top.
Step 5: Bake
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Depending on the thickness of your chops, this will usually take around 20–30 minutes. Avoid overcooking them, because thick pork chops can become dry if left in the oven too long.
For an extra golden topping, turn on the broiler for the final 1–2 minutes, watching carefully so the breadcrumbs don’t burn.
Step 6: Rest and Serve
Remove the pork chops from the oven and let them rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Spoon any melted garlic butter and juices from the baking dish over the chops, then sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Serve them with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, green beans, rice, or a crisp side salad.
Nana’s Simple Secret
The key to delicious pork chops is not overcooking them. Using thick-cut chops and checking the internal temperature helps keep the center tender and juicy. The garlic butter melts into the meat while the breadcrumb topping develops a delicious golden crust.
The smell alone will have everyone coming into the kitchen asking when dinner is ready!
These garlic butter pork chops are the kind of old-fashioned comfort food that turns an ordinary evening into a family meal everyone remembers. And if your family is anything like mine, don’t expect leftovers—my hubby certainly never leaves any behind!
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