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    Home » Main Meals

    Easy Cheesy Pork Chops

    Published: Sep 30, 2021 · Modified: Jan 14, 2022 by Keri Hix

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    These simple pan-seared pork chops are perfect when you want a delicious and quick dinner to serve your family! Easy Cheesy Pork Chops have become a family favorite. These juicy and tender cheese pork chops use with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese!

    cheese topped pork chops in a skillet next to a blue and white towel
    Easy Cheesy Pork Chops

    I first started making these pork chops after we received a similar meal from Green Chef. They inspired this recipe! I used different seasoning and cheese than their recipe used.

    If you like this recipe, you might also like these other easy recipes; Panko Pork Chops with Creamy Dijon Sauce or Easy Baked Pesto Chicken. A great side dish would be Roasted Rosemary Potatoes.


    Table of contents
    • Ingredients
    • How to prepare this recipe
    • Variations
    • Left-overs
    • Top tip
    • You might also like these easy dinner recipes
    • Recipe

    Ingredients

    It takes just a few simple ingredients to create this easy and quick dinner.

    labeled ingredients for cheesy pork chops
    Easy Cheesy Pork Chops Ingredients
    • Pork Chops - I use boneless chops that are about ¾" to 1" thick.
    • Mozzarella Cheese - shredded cheese is great for easy melting.
    • Parmesan Cheese - grated or shredded both work well.
    • Dijon Mustard - adds great flavor!
    • Salt
    • Pepper - divided
    • Garlic Powder - or granulated garlic
    • Italian Seasoning
    • Olive Oil
    • Green Onion or Parsley - not pictured.

    See the recipe card for quantities.

    How to prepare this recipe

    I like to use a cast-iron skillet for this recipe and most chicken and pork chop recipes. The cast iron heats up well, and it is perfect for doing a quick sear on the meat.

    In a small bowl, mix the mozzarella, Parmesan, pepper, and dijon mustard. Set aside.

    pork chops cooking in a cast iron skillet
    Pork Chops Cooking in a Cast-Iron Skillet

    Heat a cast-iron or other large skillet over medium to medium-high heat.

    Pat the pork chops dry and season with salt, pepper, granulated garlic, and Italian seasoning. I usually start with seasoning one side, then seasoning the second side once the pork chops are in the pan.

    Add the olive oil to the skillet and then gently lay in the pork chops. Finish seasoning. Cook the pork chops for 3-4 minutes. You will notice the bottom of the chop is turning white on the side, and the bottom will be starting to turn golden brown.

    Flip them over.

    pork chops topped with cheese cooking in a cast iron skillet
    Pork Chops with Cheese Cooking in a Skillet

    After you turn over the chops, continue to cook for about one minute. Take the cheese topping and heap it on top of the chops.

    Cover the skillet with a lid and continue to cook for another 2 to 3 minutes. This amount of time should be enough time to melt the cheese and finish cooking the meat. Pork is done when the internal temperature reaches 145-degrees F.

    Remove the Easy Cheesy Pork Chops from the skillet and let rest for at least 3 minutes.

    Top the cheese pork chops with some freshly topped green onion or parsley for a nice finishing touch.

    cheese topped pork chops in a skillet next to a blue and white towel
    Pork Chops Topped with Cheese

    Variations

    If you would like to change up this recipe a little, here are a couple of ideas.

    • Spicy - add a little bit of red pepper flakes while you are seasoning the pork chops.
    • Different Cheeses- maybe try some cheddar cheese or blue cheese.
    • No Pork - no problem, use boneless, skinless chicken breast instead. Chicken needs to be cooked to 165-degrees F.

    If you prefer chicken, check out this recipe for Cheesy Spinach Topped Chicken.

    Left-overs

    Store any leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator. We usually re-heat pork chops in the microwave on a reduced power setting.

    Top tip

    Be careful not to overcook the meat. Use a meat thermometer and cook until the pork reaches a temperature of 145-degrees F, then let them sit for 3 minutes. You should have perfectly cooked, tender, and juicy cheese pork chops. 

    cheese topped pork chops in a skillet next to a blue and white towel
    Easy Cheese Pork Chops

    You might also like these easy dinner recipes

    • Pork Chops with Garlic White Wine Sauce
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    • Smoked Pork Tenderloin

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    Recipe

    pork chops covered with cheese in a cast iron skillet

    Easy Cheesy Pork Chops

    These juicy and tender cheese pork chops are topped with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese!
    5 from 5 votes
    Print Rate
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Resting Time: 3 minutes
    Total Time: 23 minutes
    Servings: 4 Servings
    Calories: 296kcal
    Author: Keri Hix

    Ingredients

    • 4 Pork Chops
    • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
    • ½ cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
    • 2 Tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated or shredded
    • 2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Pepper
    • ½ teaspoon Garlic granulated
    • 1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning
    • 2 Green Onions mostly green part, sliced

    Instructions

    • Heat a cast-iron or other large skillet over medium to medium-high heat.
    • In a small bowl, mix together the mozzarella, Parmesan, some of the pepper, and dijon mustard. Set aside.
    • Pat the pork chops dry and season with salt, pepper, granulated garlic, and Italian Seasoning.
    • Add the olive oil to the skillet and then gently lay in the pork chops. Season second side.
    • Cook the pork chops for 3-4 minutes. You will notice the bottom of the pork chop is turning white on the side, and the bottom will be starting to turn golden brown.
    • Turn the pork chops over and continue to cook for one minute.
    • Heap the cheese mixture on the top of the pork chops. Cover the skillet with a lid and continue to cook for another 2 to 3 minutes.
    • Pork is done when the internal temperature reaches 145-degrees F.
    • Top the cheese pork chops with some freshly topped green onion or parsley for a nice finishing touch.
    • Remove the Easy Cheesy Pork Chops from the skillet and let rest for at least 3 minutes.

    Notes

     
    Add a little extra Mozzarella and/or Parmesan to your liking. 
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 296kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 103mg | Sodium: 512mg | Potassium: 535mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 143IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 133mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. M

      January 12, 2023 at 8:37 pm

      5 stars
      The cheese top is fantastic in every creamy way. The most unexpected taste was in the tenderness of the chops. Certainly a pleaser, and will cook it again. Thank you for sharing it!

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