Easy, Crispy Shake N Bake Pork Chops For Dinner In Just 30 Minutes! (2024)

Shake and bake pork chops are not just a nostalgic throwback but a delightful way to enjoy a quick and easy dinner, perfect for those busy weeknights. Coated in a homemade spice blend, these pork chops are baked to golden brown perfection, offering a crispy, juicy, and flavorful meal that beats any store-bought version.

Try these pork chops with creamed spinach or creamed corn, twice-baked potatoes, roasted vegetables, or roasted carrots.

Homemade Breaded Shake & Bake Pork Chops

Shake-and-bake pork chops are a favorite of mine. They're so juicy and tender, seasoned to perfection, and coated with just the right amount of crunch; these flavorful chops are always appealing.

The simplicity of this dish, combined with its delicious results, makes it a versatile choice for a family meal or an elegant dinner. With a total cooking time of just 30 minutes, these shake-and-bake pork chops are a surefire way to impress your family and friends with minimal effort.

You'll find that once you try this homemade version, you'll never need to reach for the boxed mix again.

See my post on homemade shake and bake for a complete guide to perfect shake-and-bake pork chops. You're also sure to love my delicious homemade shake-and-bake chicken too.

🥘 Ingredients

• Pork Chops – 6 pork chops, either bone-in or boneless (approximately ½-inch thick). Ask your butcher for their recommendation, and get chops about the same size so they cook evenly.
• Olive Oil – 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO). This adds a touch of flavor to every bite and helps keep the breading in place.
• Breadcrumbs (or Panko) – 1½ cups of breadcrumbs. Panko results in a crispier pork chop, but both are equally delicious. Choose plain breadcrumbs, not seasoned breadcrumbs.
• Cornmeal (optional) – 2 tablespoons of cornmeal gives a unique texture and adds some “oomph.” In my opinion, when you run your cornmeal through a grinder (my coffee grinder works best), the resulting fine cornmeal gives the best DIY shake-n-bake pork chops!
• Salt & Pepper – 2 teaspoons of salt and ½ teaspoon of ground black pepper. Pump up the overall flavor and highlight all of the ingredients! Add more to taste.
• Paprika – 2 teaspoons of paprika will take the pork chop flavor up a notch. Some smoked paprika is a fabulous addition, although regular paprika is wonderful as-is! (Or, you can use a paprika substitute).
• Celery Salt - ¾ teaspoon of celery salt. (Or, try a celery salt substitute.)
• Garlic Powder – ¾ teaspoon of garlic powder.
• Onion Powder – ½ teaspoon of onion powder.

🔪 How To Make Shake & Bake Pork Chops

From start to finish, expect the process to take about a half-hour. You will have dinner as fast as it would take for a pizza to arrive!

You only need a baking sheet, parchment paper, a large food storage bag, and measuring utensils. This recipe yields 6 servings of pork chops.

Preheat & Prep

Preheat. Preheat the oven to 425ºF (220ºC/Gas Mark 7) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Rinse. Rinse 5-6 boneless or bone-in pork chops under lukewarm water, then pat them completely dry with paper towels.

Brush. Brush 2 tablespoons of olive oil on all sides of all the pork chops.

Bread The Pork Chops

Combine. In a large ziploc or zip-top plastic storage bag, add 1½ cups of (162 grams) breadcrumbs (or Panko), 2 teaspoons of salt, ½ teaspoon of pepper, 2 teaspoons of paprika, the optional 2 tablespoons of cornmeal, ¾ teaspoon of garlic powder, ¾ teaspoon of celery salt, and ½ teaspoon of onion powder.

Close the bag securely and combine the ingredients by shaking the bag gently.

Add. Reopen the bag of breadcrumbs and seasonings, then place 1 pork chop in the bag at a time. Seal the bag, leaving a bit of air in the bag so there's room to shake the coating.

Shake. Next, shake gently to coat the breadcrumb and seasoning mixture over the entire pork chop until completely coated on all sides. Place the coated pork chop onto your parchment-lined baking sheet.

Repeat for each pork chop and leave space between each on the baking sheet. Toss the bag and discard any leftover breading mix when you’re finished.

Bake & Serve

Bake. Bake the pork chops in your preheated oven at 425ºF (220ºC/Gas Mark 7) for approximately 20-25 minutes until cooked and the internal temperature is 145ºF (62ºC).

Serve. Remove from the oven when done, and serve immediately.

🥗 What To Serve With

Shake and bake pork chops are succulent as-is, so there’s no need for sauce, but I enjoy a dip of sweet and sour sauce or honey barbeque when I want something with a little punch. Even ketchup tastes great with these pork chops, so grab what you like and dig in!

You can pair these shake-and-bake pork chops with your favorite dipping sauces, my personal favorite, applesauce, or baked cinnamon apples. Enjoy!

💭 Tips & Notes

• Always discard your used breadcrumb mixture; do not try to store it in the refrigerator for later use.
• Avoid overcrowding your baking sheet so that the pork chops can cook evenly.
• Use a meat thermometer to ensure that your pork is properly cooked. The internal temperature should read 145ºF (62ºC).

🥡 Storing & Reheating

You can store any leftover shake and bake pork chops in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. They are best stored in a shallow container in a single layer.

Reheating

Reheat your shake and bake pork chops in the air fryer at 350ºF (175ºC) for 4-5 minutes until heated to your satisfaction. This works best for preserving the crispy texture of the breading.

Alternatively, these tasty pork chops can be reheated in the oven at 400ºF (205ºC/Gas Mark 6) for 10-15 minutes.

❓ FAQ

🐖🥓 Best Pork Recipes To Make

• Grilled Pork Rib Tips - Tender pork tips are grilled to perfection and then served slathered in tangy BBQ sauce!
• Moo Ping (Thai BBQ Pork Skewers) - These tasty skewered pork bites are a perfectly seasoned grilling recipe your family will love!
• Cream of Mushroom Pork Chops - An easy pork chop dinner recipe perfectly suited to any busy night!
• Ranch Pork Chops - A personal favorite for quick, easy, and delicious dinner ideas for pork chops!
• Pork Picnic Roast - This hearty pork roast serves a hungry crowd or large family easily!
• Instant Pot Porketta Roast - Pair a large pork roast with my homemade porketta seasoning and get ready to enjoy this Italian-style meal!

See my pork recipes category for more tasty inspiration.

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