Sourdough Crispy Cheddar Pork Chops Recipe (Family Favorite)

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These sourdough crispy cheddar pork chops will instantly become a family favorite! Made with homemade sourdough breadcrumbs for a subtle tangy twist, they’re perfectly crunchy and cheesy on the outside and juicy on the inside—comfort food at its best.

Pair with mashed potatoes, a fresh salad, or your favorite side for an easy, delicious dinner.

Sourdough crispy cheddar pork chops on a cooling rack, paired with creamy mashed potatoes

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Sourdough is one of the most versatile foods you can make.

At first, it’s all about the bread—but once you dive in, the possibilities are endless.

Suddenly, you’re creating sourdough meals like sourdough fried chicken, fried green tomatoes, and these irresistible crispy cheddar pork chops.

Ok, that menu might be a little southern. But hey, I live in the American South. I can’t help myself.

Southern-inspired or not, these pork chops are a dish everyone will love.

Made with homemade sourdough breadcrumbs and cheddar cheese, they’re baked to golden, crunchy perfection. The outside is crispy, and the inside is tender and juicy.

Trust me, you’re going to LOVE them!

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You’ll be baking bread (and making crispy pork chops) in no time!

A plate with crispy cheddar pork chops and creamy mashed potatoes garnished with butter and herbs, served on a blue and white dish.

Why You’ll Love Sourdough Crispy Cheddar Pork Chops

Kid-approved: Little ones are notoriously picky, including mine. But my 3-year-old loves these. Like her mama, she likes them with mashed potatoes.
Sourdough: The sourdough breadcrumbs add deeper flavor than regular store-bought breadcrumbs. I save up my leftover bread in the freezer and make a big batch when I have enough.
Easy: This quick breading method saves time in the kitchen, and because it is baked, you don’t have to stand by the stove to fry it.
Crispy and cheesy: Need I say anymore? The crispy and cheesy exterior is delicious.

Ingredients & Substitutions

Ingredients for sourdough crispy pork chops: pork chops on a decorative plate, sourdough breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, shredded cheddar cheese, Italian seasoning, and onion & garlic powder

Pork chops: I used two pounds of boneless pork chops. You can use bone-in if you prefer. For one pound of pork chops, halve the recipe.
Eggs: Use two whole eggs. This is a great time to use freeze-dried eggs.
Milk: The milk helps the cheese-breadcrumb mixture adhere. If preferred, you can skip the milk and use the regular, old-school flour, egg, and breadcrumb method.
Sourdough breadcrumbs: Homemade breadcrumbs add more flavor and a subtle tang. You can also use store-bought panko or regular breadcrumbs
Cheddar cheese: I buy a block of cheese and hand-shred it. Pre-shredded cheese will also work.
Herbs and seasonings: Use any of your favorite herbs and seasonings. I used freeze-dried onion powder, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
Salt and pepper: Add salt and pepper to taste through each step.

Tools You Will Need

Cheese grater: Pre-shredded cheese will work, for sure. But it contains an anti-caking powder. So I use a box grater to shred my own cheese.
Bowls: You’ll need two shallow dishes to bread the pork chops. Make sure they are big enough to hold the ingredients and one pork chop.
Baking sheet: You will need a baking sheet. Use either a preheated stone sheet or a baking sheet with a wire rack (see FAQs for more info about the best baking sheet to use).
Digital kitchen thermometer: Use a digital thermometer to check the internal temp. The chops are done when they hit 145° F.

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Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425° F. Prep a baking sheet with a wire rack or preheat a stone baking sheet in the oven (see note about baking sheet).

Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper. Set aside.

Raw seasoned pork chops on a white surface

Whisk together the eggs and milk in a small dish (big enough to fit one pork chop). Add a pinch of salt and pepper.

Egg and milk mixture in a glass dish with a whisk beside it

Combine the sourdough breadcrumbs, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and herbs in a second dish.

Again, add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.

A mix of shredded cheddar, sourdough breadcrumbs, and seasoning in a white baking dish

Dredge one pork chop through the egg-milk mixture.

A pork chop dipped in the egg mixture, ready for breading

Then, coat it in the breadcrumb-cheese mixture. I like gently pressing the pork chops down to ensure the cheese sticks.

A pork chop coated in cheddar and breadcrumbs mixture

Place the pork chop on the baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining pork chops.

Uncooked crispy cheddar pork chops on a wire rack

Bake for 15 minutes. Then, turn the pork chops over and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes or until they reach an internal temperature of 145° F.

Baked crispy cheddar pork chops cooling on a rack

Tips for Success

You want the cheese to stick on, but don’t pile it too much. It can make the breading a little soggy and take longer for the pork chop to cook.
If you have time, take the pork chops out of the fridge 30 minutes before cooking. Letting them warm a little will help them cook faster and more evenly.
Season with a little salt and pepper during each step. This will cook the seasoning into your food rather than make it taste like salt and pepper on top of the food.

Why Sourdough Breadcrumbs?

For this recipe, I use my classic sourdough breadcrumbs. I prefer them over store-bought for many reasons:

Flavor: Sourdough breadcrumbs have more flavor than store-bought breadcrumbs.
No preservatives: Because they are homemade, sourdough breadcrumbs have no preservatives or other questionable ingredients. They are made with only flour, water, and salt.
Better nutrition: If you make sourdough breadcrumbs with fresh-milled sourdough bread, you can add a heaping dose of nutrition to your meal.
Prevent food waste: Using your leftover sourdough bread to make breadcrumbs is a great way to prevent food waste.

Crispy cheddar pork chops cooling on a wire rack with a bowl of mashed potatoes and a gold spoon in the background

What To Pair with Cheddar Pork Chops

Mashed potatoes: My favorite side to pair with sourdough crispy cheddar pork chop is mashed potatoes and gravy. It’s the quintessential comfort food.
Veggies: I’ve also made this a sheet pan meal with root veggies. Use any vegetables you have on hand.
Salad: In the summer, these chops are especially great with cucumber salad or stewed tomatoes.
Soup: For a cozy meal, serve these up with a bowl of fire-roasted tomato and vegetable soup.
Bread: We also like to eat these cheddar pork chops with einkorn cheddar drop biscuits or sourdough toast.

Next on Your Sourdough Journey

Once you start making sourdough, the possibilities are endless. From cheddar crusted pork chops to bread and baked treats, there is always something new to try.

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Video – Crispy Cheddar Pork Chop Dinner

I turned this sourdough crispy cheddar pork chop recipe into a simple skillet meal in my one-dish meals vlog.

Check it out to see how I made this skillet meal. And you can also see how these pork chops turned out using a stone baking sheet.

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Recipe FAQs

What are the best type of baking sheets for making crispy cheddar pork chops?

I’ve made these with a stone baking sheet and a baking sheet with a wire rack. Both worked, but the results are a little different.

A stone baking sheet will create a crispier crust. But because there isn’t airflow underneath, the bottom of the pork chops can get soggy.

The baking sheet with a wire rack works well, but the crust doesn’t get quite as golden. However, there is plenty of airflow, so the bottom won’t get soggy.

Can I make cheddar pork chop in the air fryer?

Yes! You can air fry these pork chops at 380° F until they reach an internal temp of 145° F. I recommend flipping them halfway through.

What is the best type of pork chop to use?

I prefer boneless pork chops. But you can make cheddar pork chops with a bone-in cut.

A serving of sourdough crispy cheddar pork chops paired with buttery mashed potatoes on a blue and white plate, with a fork beside the dish.

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