Description
This Country Fried Pork Chops recipe features perfectly crispy, golden-brown pork chops served with a rich, creamy gravy. It’s a comforting and classic Southern dish that’s surprisingly easy to make for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Enjoy the satisfying crunch of the breaded exterior and the juicy tenderness of the pork, all topped with a luscious gravy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces Pork Chops
- 1 cup Flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 2 cups Oil (for frying)
- 1 cup Milk
- 1/4 cup Flour (from dredging)
Instructions
- Prepare your frying station by combining flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a shallow dish.
- Dredge each pork chop generously in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Carefully place floured pork chops into the hot oil, frying for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F).
- Remove chops from skillet and let them rest.
- In the same skillet, add drippings, leftover flour, and a splash of milk, whisking until a smooth, creamy gravy forms.
- Serve the crispy Country Fried Pork Chops topped with the creamy gravy.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour for dredging.
- Non-dairy milk like almond or oat milk can be used for the gravy.
- Serve with classic Southern sides like mashed potatoes or collard greens.
- Store leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chop
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 730 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg