Country Fried Pork Chops with Rich Gravy
Crispy, golden pork chops coated in seasoned flour and fried to perfection, topped with a smoky, creamy bacon gravy. A comforting Southern classic perfect for family dinners.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Tongs
- Paper Towels
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops ½ inch thick
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- vegetable oil for frying
- 4 slices bacon chopped
- 3 tbsp bacon grease from cooked bacon
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour for gravy
- 2 cups whole milk
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs and milk.
- Dredge pork chops in flour mixture, then egg mixture, then back in flour mixture for a double coating.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high. Fry pork chops 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- In the same skillet, cook bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, reserving 3 tbsp bacon grease.
- Whisk flour into bacon grease, cooking 1-2 minutes to form a roux. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and thickened.
- Season gravy with salt and pepper. Stir in cooked bacon pieces.
- Serve pork chops hot, smothered with bacon gravy.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of cayenne to the flour mixture. Serve with mashed potatoes or biscuits for a true Southern feast.