(Family Features) Think a grilled crust is only meant for steak? Think again. Whether it’s with peppercorn, blue cheese or Parmesan, adding crust to juicy, versatile pork chops builds texture, perfectly complements their mild flavor and delivers a mouthwatering result the entire family will love.
For your next backyard barbecue get-together or a quick and simple weeknight dinner, explore a new flavor pairing with Parmesan-Crusted New York Pork Chops. The savory coating adds a slight crunch to tender, juicy pork and unbeatable taste. Plus, preparing them is so easy:Recipe: Parmesan-Crusted New York Pork Chops
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless New York (top loin) pork chops, about 1-inch thick
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs, (Japanese-style bread crumbs)
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation:
- Brush pork with oil. Season with salt and pepper. Let stand for 15 to 30 minutes. In small bowl, mix panko and Parmesan together.
- Prepare medium-hot fire in grill. Place chops on grill and close lid. Grill over direct heat for four minutes. Turn chops and sprinkle panko mixture over tops. Close lid and continue grilling for 4-5 minutes more, or until topping is lightly browned and internal temperature of pork on meat thermometer measures between 145°F (medium rare) and 160°F degrees F (medium). Remove from grill and let rest for three minutes.
4 servings