Breaded Pork Chop
Breaded Pork Chop is a classic comfort food featuring a bone-in or boneless pork loin chop coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and fried until golden and crispy. It typically includes ingredients like pork chops, flour, eggs, breadcrumbs (often panko), and seasonings such as salt, pepper, and paprika. The dish has roots in German and Austrian cuisine (as Schnitzel) and is a staple in American home cooking.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the breading. It provides key nutrients like protein, B vitamins, and minerals such as zinc and selenium, with a typical serving containing around 350-500 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 580 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Zinc | 3.5 mg |
| Selenium | 30 µg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 7 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
Per 1 pork chop (about 170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the breaded pork chop is a symbol of hearty, home-style cooking in many Western countries, often served with sides like mashed potatoes or coleslaw. Nutritionally, while it offers substantial protein, the frying process adds significant fat, making it a dish best enjoyed in moderation.
