Baked Ritz Cracker Pork Chops

Two golden Ritz cracker baked pork chops on a plate with lemon wedges and fresh parsley.

These Ritz Cracker Pork Chops bake up buttery and golden with a shatter-crisp crust in just 30 minutes, an easy no-fry oven dinner the whole family loves.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Ritz Cracker Pork Chops

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings servings

Calories 467kcal

Author Jason Decker

Equipment

9x13 baking dish

Ingredients

6 boneless thick-cut pork chops
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 large eggs
2 cups crushed Ritz crackers
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon paprika
½ cup unsalted butter thinly sliced
fresh chopped parsley for garnish optional

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray, set aside.
Season the pork chops on both sides with the salt and pepper, and set aside.
6 boneless thick-cut pork chops, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper
Place the eggs in a medium-sized shallow bowl and beat well with a fork, set aside.
2 large eggs
Place the crushed crackers, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika in a medium-sized shallow bowl and stir to combine.
2 cups crushed Ritz crackers, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon paprika
Dip a pork chop into the egg and coat it; let any excess egg drip off.
Place the pork chop into the cracker crumb mixture and press the crumbs in on both sides.
Place the pork chop into the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining chops.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the leftover cracker mixture on the top of each pork chop.
Place the diced butter on top of the chops.
½ cup unsalted butter
Bake for about 30 minutes; check for an internal temperature of 155°F, or until your desired temperature. Cook time will vary on how big the chops are.
Garnish with parsley, optional, and serve immediately.
fresh chopped parsley for garnish

Notes

Let It Rest: Allow the meat to come to room temperature before baking for even cooking.
Don’t Overmix: Mix the cracker crust gently to keep it light and crispy.
Check the Temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure an internal temperature of 155°F for perfectly cooked chops.
Let It Sit: Allow the chops to rest for a few minutes after baking for maximum juiciness.
Extra Crisp: Broil for the last 2-3 minutes for an even crispier crust.
Season Well: Don’t forget to season both sides of the chops for the best flavor.

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