This Gluten Free Pork Schnitzel is a pork chop recipe you must try! My wife and I have recently become hooked on this for dinner.
I always feel like I need more pork chop recipes. When I started making this one, I knew it was going to make the dinner rotation.
It’s easy, the coating is crispy and the pork is tender and juicy.
What is Pork Schnitzel?
Schnitzel is a thin cutlet of meat that is typically breaded. Then it is deep or pan fried. Pork is used in this recipe ,but chicken, veal, or beef is also common in schnitzel recipes.
Gluten Free Pork Schnitzel Recipe Tips
Pork Chops Size – Start with pork chops about ½” thick. If you’re starting with 1” chops, butterfly them into ½” chops and then pound into ¼” cutlets.
Gluten Free Bread Crumbs – I used Target’s Good and Gather Gluten Free Bread Crumbs but any type of gluten free bread crumbs works. Some online options available are listed further down in the post.
Don’t Skip the Chilling Step – Chilling the breaded pork chops allows the breading to stick to the chops so it doesn’t fall off while frying.
Use Tongs – Because the pound chops are large, tongs are more helpful in flipping the pork chops as opposed to a spatula.
Add Oil When Needed – When needed, add more oil to the skillet in between batches and allow it to heat up before adding the next set of pork chops.
Keep Them Warm in the Oven – Keep finished batches on a baking sheet lined with a cooling rack. It keeps the gluten free schnitzel warm and crispy.
Gluten Free Bread Crumb Options
Here are some options for gluten free bread crumbs that you can get online.
- Michelle Farms Gluten Free Original Bread Crumbs, 9 Ounce
- 4C Crumbs-Plain, Gluten Free, 12 Ounce
- 4C Gluten Free Breadcrumbs – Pack of 6
How To Reheat Schnitzel
To reheat the pork schnitzel, use one of these two options to maintain some crispiness.
- Reheat in a 350ºF oven until warmed through, 10-15 minutes.
- Reheat in 350ºF Air Fryer until heated through, 5-6 minutes.
The next time you looking for something to do with pork chops, I hope you give this recipe a try.
More Gluten Free Recipes with Pork
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Instant Pot Pork Carnitas – Tender and Juicy pork butt that’s perfect on its own or as tacos. The instant pot makes this recipe easy for weeknights.
Gluten Free Sheet Pan Pork Chops with Vegetables – A Sheet Pan Dinner seasoned with flavorful ranch dressing and Worcestershire Sauce. A great dinner with easy cleanup!
Sausage and Rice Casserole – An easy gluten free dinner recipe that’s comforting to eat. Use Italian or Breakfast Sausage and your favorite Rice!
Find more Gluten Free Recipes on YouTube and Pinterest.
Gluten Free Pork Schnitzel
Ingredients
- 4 Boneless Pork Loin Chops, 1 Pound Total, ½ Inch Thick
- ¼ Cup Cornstarch
- 1 tsp. Seasoned Salt Or Kosher Salt
- 1 tsp. Garlic Powder
- ¼ tsp. Black Pepper
- 1 Egg, Beaten
- 2 Tbs. Milk, Cream, or Water
- 1 Cup Gluten Free Breadcrumbs
- 1 ¼ tsp. Paprika
- 3 Tbs. Olive Or Vegetable Oil (More As Needed)
- 1 Lemon, Cut into Wedges (optional)
- 2 Tbs. Parsley, Chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with a cooling rack for the pork chops to rest on.
Making the Pork Chops Into Cutlets:
- Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel.
- Line a cutting board or kitchen counter with a large piece of plastic wrap large enough to fold over top of the pork chop.
- Place a pork chop on the plastic wrap and fold the excess wrap over the pork chop
- Using the flat side of a meat mallet or heavy fry pan, pound pork chop until it is about 1/4 “ thick.
- Repeat with remaining chops.
Prepare the Breading Stations:
- Place the following in 3 separate shallow bowls.
- Bowl 1 – Cornstarch, Seasoned Salt, Garlic Powder, Black Pepper
- Bowl 2 – Beaten Egg and Milk
- Bowl 3 – Gluten Free Bread Crumbs and Paprika
Dredge and Chill the Pork Cutlets:
- Coat each cutlet in the Seasoned Cornstarch, followed by the egg mixture, and finally the breadcrumbs.
- Place each cutlet on the cooling rack.
- Refrigerate the breaded cutlets for an hour to allow the breading to set.
- While the pork is chilling, prepare another baking sheet with a cooling rack. This is for keeping the finished schnitzel crispy and warm in the oven.
Fry the Pork Schnitzel:
- Preheat the oven to 200ºF-250ºF.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
- Once heated, working in batches, add pork cutlet(s) to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden.
- Place finished pork schnitzel in the oven on prepared baking sheet and start the next batch
- Add more oil in between batches and adjust heat level of the burner as needed.
- Once all the pork schnitzel has been cooked remove from oven and top with chopped parsley.
- Serve with lemon wedges to squeeze over cutlets for some acidity and brightness, if desired.
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Notes
- Pork Chops Size – Start with pork chops about ½” thick. If you’re starting with 1” chops, butterfly them into ½” chops and then pound into ¼” cutlets.
- Gluten Free Bread Crumbs – I used Target’s Good and Gather Gluten Free Bread Crumbs but any type of gluten free bread crumbs will work. Some online options available are listed further down in the post.
- Don’t Skip the Chilling Step – Chilling the breaded pork chops allows the breading to stick to the chops so it doesn’t fall off while frying.
- Use Tongs – Because the pound chops are large, tongs are more helpful in flipping the pork chops as opposed to a spatula.
- Add Oil When Needed – When needed, add more oil to the skillet in between batches and allow it to heat up before adding the next set of pork chops.
- Keep Them Warm in the Oven – Keep finished batches on a baking sheet lined with a cooling rack. It keeps the gluten free schnitzel warm and crispy.
- Reheat in a 350ºF oven until warmed through, 10-15 minutes.
- Reheat in 350ºF Air Fryer until heated through, 5-6 minutes.
