Homemade Shake ‘N Bake Pork Chops
Remember those weeknight dinners when the familiar blue box of Shake ‘N Bake meant a delicious, crispy dinner was on the way? Today, we’re recreating that nostalgic flavor with wholesome ingredients from your pantry. After countless tests in my kitchen, I’ve perfected a homemade version that my family swears tastes even better than the original – and takes just minutes to prepare.
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Why Make Homemade Shake and Bake for Pork Chops?
Controlling preservatives and artificial ingredients is essential to so many people. Why not easily knock out extra ingredients you don’t need to prepare your dinner for your family? You can add more or less of your favorite herbs and spices to your famous pork chops.
You may want to control the amount of salt in your food, and making a homemade mix is perfect. You can make delicious homemade Shake and Bake at home.
What Makes Homemade Shake and Bake for Pork Chops So Good
Shake ‘N Bake Pork Chops are a classic comfort food! The Original Pork Shake ‘N Bake contains pleasant flavors of paprika, dried onions, salt, and other spices. My homemade version provides you with all of those flavors and more!
Coat your pork in crisp breadcrumbs; combining celery salt, garlic, and onion powder with the other spices makes the pork taste extra delicious. Moreover, you don’t need to worry about high fructose corn syrup or other unnecessary ingredients!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This homemade version delivers everything you love about the classic, but with benefits you can’t get from the box:
- Customizable to your family’s preferences
- Controls salt and seasonings to your taste
- Uses simple pantry ingredients
- No preservatives or artificial ingredients
- Ready in just 35 minutes
- More cost-effective than store-bought
Ingredients for Homemade Shake and Bake Pork Chops
It’s straightforward to make your own homemade Shake and Bake, save money, and use ingredients you already have.
For the Coating:
- Bread crumbs – Creates the crispy exterior and provides structure
- Salt – Enhances all flavors and helps season the meat
- Ground black pepper – Adds subtle heat and depth
- Paprika – Provides color and mild sweet pepper flavor
- Celery salt – Adds savory depth and herbal notes
- Onion powder – Creates savory base notes without texture
- Garlic powder – Provides aromatic flavor and umami
For the Pork:
- Pork chops – Choose bone-in for better flavor or boneless for convenience
- Vegetable oil – Helps coating adhere and creates a crispy exterior
What type of pork chops can you use?
You can use various types of pork chops for this recipe. I like to grab a variety pack of bone-in pork chops. They are less expensive than bone-in pork chops, and some people feel like they taste even better. You can use:
- Shoulder chops
- Rib chops
- Loin chops
- Sirloin chops
- Boneless chops
How to Make Shake n Bake Pork Chops
- Place plain bread crumbs, salt, black pepper, paprika, celery salt, onion powder, and garlic powder in a bowl or gallon-sized zip-top bag. Whisk or seal the bag and shake gently to mix all ingredients.
- Place vegetable oil on a baking sheet pan and spread out in a thin layer.
- Place one pork chop at a time into the bag, seal the bag, and shake.
- Place the coated pork chop onto the oiled baking sheet. Repeat with remaining pork chops.
- If desired, if there is mix still left over, you can gently sprinkle it onto the breaded pork chops, and pat the seasoned mix into the pork chop. Discard seasoning mix after use. Be sure to place these delicious pork chops in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes then flip over the pork chop and cook for 10 minutes or until the internal temperature is 145°F.
Homemade Copycat Shake ‘N Bake Breading vs Store-bought
The largest difference between breadcrumbs from a can and the store-bought Shake ‘N Bake mix is that the packaged mix has finer ground breadcrumbs. If you want a more exact texture, I suggest you mix the homemade breading in a food processor to emulate the packaged mix.
But mixing everything in a bowl will work just fine. You may even want to make breadcrumbs by hand before preparing this recipe.
Tips for Making Shake and Bake Pork Chops: Have a Crispy Breading
Oven-fried pork chops must be cooked at a higher temperature, 425°F is recommended. I like using bone-in pork chops for better flavor, but boneless pork chops will also work fine. I like to use about 3/8-inch chops, if your pork chops are thicker, or thinner, you must adjust the time.
It is important if the chops are thicker, that you reduce the temperature to around 400°F and cook for 5 to 10 minutes longer. Checking and ensuring pork is cooked to an internal temperature of 145-155°F degrees is essential. Be sure to let the meat rest for a few minutes before serving. This way, the juices will be redistributed, and you will have juicy pork chops that everyone will love!
What To Serve with Shake ‘N Bake Pork Chops
So, now that you have pork that’s juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, what is best to serve with it? Lucky for you, there are many options! You can whip up some old-fashioned mashed potatoes or garlic green beans for the ultimate comfort meal.
Another option is serving the pork with steamed broccolini, a side salad, or roasted Brussels sprouts. Regarding garnishes, the pork looks lovely, with fresh herbs like parsley on top. You can also pour some creamy gravy or mustard cream sauce over it!
How To Store These Breaded Pork Chops
Place the breaded pork chops in an airtight container and keep them in the refrigerator. They are best if you eat them within 3-4 days. To extend their shelf life, store them in the freezer for up to 2 months.
How To Reheat, Shake and Bake Pork Chops
Reheat these Shake & Bake pork chops in the oven, air fryer, or microwave. With the microwave, you might get a softer texture than you want. However, although the oven or air fryer takes longer, the texture is perfect and crispier!
Heat them at 375°F. The air fryer only takes about 5 minutes, depending on how thick the pieces are. The oven will take longer; check on them after 10 or 15 minutes and determine if they need more time. You can cover them with foil to prevent dryness.
Frequently Asked Questions
Breadcrumbs need some glue to help stick to the meat. In this recipe, we used oil, but other recipes may suggest milk or even an egg wash.
Pork is bred to be leaner, so you need not overcook the pork chop, and you may want to use a thicker pork chop to ensure it isn’t dry. Some people also like to brine their pork chops to make sure they are juicy. You can make a simple brine using 4 cups of water, and 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/4 cup salt. Simply soak the pork chops in the brine for a couple of hours before using them.
Shake and Bake does use breadcrumbs, but it also has extra seasonings. The extra seasonings make this so delicious!
Yes, you can make the seasoned breadcrumb mixture ahead of time. Store the mix in an airtight container for up to two weeks before preparing the recipe.
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Homemade Shake and Bake Pork Chops
You can make homemade Shake ‘N’ Bake Pork Chops in just about 30 minutes with this easy recipe.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 707kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 pounds pork chops
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
In a gallon-sized zip-top bag, combine the breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, paprika, celery salt, onion powder, and garlic powder. Seal the bag and shake gently to mix.
Place the vegetable oil on a baking sheet and spread it out into a thin layer.
Place one pork chop at a time into the zip-top bag, seal the bag, and shake. Place the coated pork chop onto the oiled baking sheet. Repeat with remaining pork chops. Discard the seasoning mix after use.
Bake the pork chops for 15 minutes on one side. Then flip the pork chops and bake for 10 minutes on the second side.
Nutrition
Calories: 707kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 113mg | Sodium: 1838mg | Potassium: 813mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Calcium: 160mg | Iron: 4.9mg
Scaling the Recipe
To Double:
- Double all coating ingredients
- Work in batches when cooking
- Don’t overcrowd the pan
- Maintain temperature between batches
To Halve:
- Halve coating ingredients
- Store extra coating mix for later
- Keep the cooking temperature and time the same
Pro Tips for Success
- Choose the right pork chops:
- ½-inch thickness is ideal
- Bone-in provides more flavor
- Look for marbling
- Perfect your technique:
- Pat chops dry before coating
- Don’t press the coating too hard
- Let rest before cutting
- Use meat thermometer
- Customize your coating:
- Add herbs like thyme or rosemary
- Include grated parmesan
- Try smoked paprika
- Add a pinch of cayenne for heat