Steakhouse Pecan Pork Chops

These steakhouse pork chops are encrusted in chopped pecans and panko bread crumbs, then pan-fried for an elegant main course with minimal effort.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 589 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup pecans
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 pounds thick-cut pork chops
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 cup panko bread crumbs

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2

Pulse pecans in a food processor until coarsely crushed; transfer to a shallow dish. Add panko and cornstarch; stir to blend.

Step 3

Season pork chops with Italian seasoning, garlic salt, and pepper. Coat both sides with Dijon mustard and honey. Working with one at a time, press pork chops into pecan mixture to coat. Shake off any excess coating and transfer to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Preheat a large sauté pan over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Add butter and oil to the pan. Cook pork in hot butter-oil mixture until browned, 4 to 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) for medium. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.