Description
Sizzling Country Fried Pork Chops with Bacon Gravy promise Southern comfort on a plate, delivering crispy golden exteriors and rich, savory flavors. Hearty and indulgent, these chops invite diners to savor a classic meal that warms both heart and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 bone-in pork chops
Breading Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Liquid Binding:
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) milk
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Craft a savory seasoning blend by combining flour with aromatic spices like salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika in a shallow dish.
- Prepare a wet coating by whisking eggs and milk together in a separate bowl.
- Thoroughly dunk each pork chop into the egg mixture, ensuring complete coverage, then meticulously coat with the seasoned flour mixture, pressing firmly to create an even crust.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to medium temperature, maintaining a consistent heat around 350°F.
- Carefully place coated pork chops into the hot oil, frying for approximately 4-5 minutes per side until the exterior turns a rich golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Transfer the perfectly fried pork chops to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- In the same skillet, render chopped bacon until crisp and deep brown, creating flavorful rendered fat.
- Remove bacon pieces, reserving exactly 2 tablespoons of the aromatic grease in the pan.
- Sprinkle flour into the bacon grease, creating a roux and cooking for one minute to eliminate raw flour taste.
- Gradually introduce milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps and create a smooth, creamy gravy.
- Season the gravy with salt and pepper, then fold in the crispy bacon fragments for added texture and flavor.
- Generously ladle the rich bacon gravy over the golden-fried pork chops, serving immediately for maximum crispiness and warmth.
Notes
- Swap all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend for celiac or gluten-sensitive individuals.
- Pat pork chops dry before coating to ensure crispy, even breading that sticks perfectly.
- Use bone-in pork chops for extra flavor and moisture, preventing dry meat during frying.
- Lower cooking temperature if bacon grease starts smoking to prevent burning and maintain delicious flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 530 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg