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    Home / Recipes / Dinner / Pan Fried Pork Chops

    Pan Fried Pork Chops

    July 8, 2022 by Keto Cooking Christian 2 Comments

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    These tender and juicy Pan Fried Pork Chops are comfort food at its finest! And because they are prepared with a crispy gluten-free coating, they’re perfect for anyone on Keto or a low carb diet, but are so delicious the whole family will love them!

    overhead view of 5 pork chops on white plate with parsley garnish
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    • ❤️ Why You’ll Love This Pan Fried Pork Chops Recipe
    • What You’ll Need to Make Pan Fried Pork Chops
    • How to Pan Fry Pork Chops
    • How to Store Pan Fried Chops
    • What Are the Best Keto Side Dishes to Serve with Fried Pork Chops?
    • How Many Carbs are in a Pan-Fried Pork Chop?
    • What Can I Use Instead of Flour to Fry Pork Chops?
    • Tips for Cooking the Best Pork Chops
    • Why are My Pan Fried Pork Chops Tough?
    • How Long do You Pan Fry 1-Inch Pork Chops?
    • More Keto Pork Recipes

    ❤️ Why You’ll Love This Pan Fried Pork Chops Recipe

    • Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes
    • Flavorful crunchy breading on the outside, juicy and tender inside
    • Family friendly and gluten-free
    • Only 2 carbs per serving
    closeup of fried pork chop with more pork chops in background

    When you think about the perfect fried pork chop, what comes to mind? For me, it has to be super tender and really juicy on the inside with a golden brown, crispy crust.

    If you're on Keto or a gluten-free diet, a recipe that checks all those boxes may seem difficult. Boy, do I have good news for you! This pan-seared pork chop recipe checks all those boxes and then some!

    And they could not be any easier to make, using simple ingredients and taking less than 15 minutes to prepare. Talk about an ideal weeknight dinner! And the best part is, even though these are Keto pork chops, they are 100% kid-approved!

    closeup of fried pork chop with chopped parsley on top

    A great thing about this recipe is they go perfectly with any low carb, Keto side dish you choose. You can serve them with something as easy as Grilled Broccolini or something a little heartier like this Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Mashed Cauliflower, you just can't go wrong.

    What You’ll Need to Make Pan Fried Pork Chops

    • Pork chops
    • Parmesan cheese
    • Super fine almond flour
    • Whole egg
    • Smoked paprika
    • Garlic powder
    • Olive oil
    • Butter
    • Salt
    • Ground black pepper

    *Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

    How to Pan Fry Pork Chops

    Add the almond flour, parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper to a shallow bowl.

    grated parmesan cheese almond flour and spices in white bowl

    Whisk to combine.

    pork chops breading in white bowl

    In another shallow bowl, add in the egg.  Dip each pork chop into the egg, allowing any excess to drip off.

    pork chop being dipped into egg in white bowl

    Then dip the pork chop into the breading mixture to coat all sides.

    pork chop being dipped into breading in white bowl

    Heat a large skillet to medium heat and add in the olive oil and butter.

    6 breaded pork chops frying in skillet

    Fry the pork chops for a few minutes on each side.

    breaded pork chops frying in skillet

    Cook until they reach an internal temperature of at least 145°F when checked with a meat thermometer and serve.

    How to Store Pan Fried Chops

    You can keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, but the coating on the chops will become soft and much less crispy once they've cooled. It's recommended you serve them when they are freshly fried and if you do have leftovers, reheating them in the air fryer will help bring back the crispy coating.

    overhead view of 5 pork chops on white plate with parsley garnish

    What Are the Best Keto Side Dishes to Serve with Fried Pork Chops?

    You can serve them with just about anything, but here are some popular low carb sides for you to consider:

    • Shredded Brussels Sprouts
    • Creamed Spinach
    • Grilled Broccolini
    • Green Beans Almondine
    • Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower

    How Many Carbs are in a Pan-Fried Pork Chop?

    Traditional fried pork chops with a flour coating can have anywhere between 13-25 grams of carbs per serving!

    Because you use a gluten-free and Keto friendly "breading" with these chops, there're only 2 net carbs per serving! How great is that?!

    closeup of fried pork chop on white plate with chopped parsley

    What Can I Use Instead of Flour to Fry Pork Chops?

    The gluten-free, flour-free mixture in this recipe is great on pork chops, chicken and even shrimp. The combination of seasonings, almond flour and parmesan cheese works great to create a crust that will satisfy all those fried food cravings without all the carbs!

    You can add in some pork rinds to this mixture, but they are perfectly crispy without them.

    closeup of fried pork chop on white plate with chopped parsley

    Tips for Cooking the Best Pork Chops

    • Know the chop your cooking: All chops are not created equal. There are many different cuts and depending on the ones you buy, some may be better for quick cooking methods while other are better for slow and low braising methods.
    • Let them sit out prior to cooking: Though this tip is debatable, from personal experience, allowing the chops to sit out for about 15 minutes prior to them hitting a sizzling skillet ensures they cook much more evenly.
    • Season generously: Pork has a very neutral taste and requires seasoning prior to cooking to prevent the meat from tasting bland. Don't go overboard, but you'll want to make sure they are seasoned well.
    • Invest in a meat thermometer:  There is nothing that will turn you off of pork faster than biting into a chunk of undercooked or overcooked meat. The most reliable way to test the doneness of pork chops is by inserting an instant-read thermometer into the thickest part of the chop. According to the USDA, the pork chops should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F.
    • Give them a rest: Resting pork after it cooks is super important. This is especially true for pan fried pork chops. By allowing them to rest, it gives all the natural juices time to redistribute throughout the chop making them super moist.
    • Avoid over-flipping: It can be hard to resist flipping them every couple of minutes, but you'll have better results with the crust sticking to the pork chops if you flip only once, halfway through.
    3 fried pork chops on white plate with chopped parsley on white plate

    Why are My Pan Fried Pork Chops Tough?

    For this recipe, you’ll want to use thin cut boneless chops or thin bone-in chops like breakfast cut chops. The reason for that is the thicker they are, the longer they take to cook.

    When cooking over direct heat with oil, the outside will begin to overcook and become dry and tough before the inside is done so you want them thin enough to fry up quickly. If the pork chops you purchased are too thick, you can just take a meat mallet and pound them out until they are about 1-inch thick.

    How Long do You Pan Fry 1-Inch Pork Chops?

    In general, it takes about 10 minutes or about 5 minutes on each side. To make sure, use a meat thermometer and cook them just until they reach 145°F.

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    • Pork Chops with Mushroom Gravy
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    Pan Fried Pork Chops

    Pan Fried Pork Chops Pan-fried pork chops are crunchy on the outside, juicy and tender inside! They make the perfect quick and easy dinner!
    5 from 6 votes
    Author: Julianne
    Servings 6
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    PREP 10 minutes mins
    COOK 4 minutes mins
    TOTAL 14 minutes mins

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 ½ pounds boneless pork chops
    • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
    • ¼ cup super fine almond flour
    • 1 whole egg, beaten
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon butter

    Instructions
     

    • Add the almond flour, parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper to a shallow bowl and whisk to combine.
    • In another shallow bowl, add in the egg. Dip each pork chop into the egg, allowing any excess to drip off.
    • Then dip the pork chop into the breading mixture to coat all sides.
    • Heat a large skillet to medium heat and add in the olive oil and butter.
    • Fry the pork chops for a few minutes on each side.
    • Cook until they reach an internal temperature of at least 145°F when checked with a meat thermometer and serve.

    *Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.

    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Calories 342kcal
    Nutrition Facts
    Pan Fried Pork Chops
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    342
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    20
    g
    31
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    17
    g
    106
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    2
    g
    1
    %
    Protein
     
    35
    g
    70
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    *Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.

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    1. Marilyn Stringer

      December 09, 2024 at 6:38 pm

      5 stars
      My husband loves these chops.We follow a keto diet.I have shared this recipe with all my friends.Thank you!!!

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      • Keto Cooking Christian

        December 11, 2024 at 2:31 pm

        I'm so glad you and your husband love them! Thanks for sharing the recipe with your friends!

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