Country Fried Pork Chops with Bacon Gravy


Ingredients


For the Pork Chops:

  • 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Bacon Gravy:

  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pork Chops:
    • In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
    • In another dish, whisk the eggs and milk together.
    • Pat pork chops dry. Dip each pork chop in the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, pressing lightly so the coating sticks.
  2. Fry the Pork Chops:
    • In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
    • Once hot, add the pork chops. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp should be 145°F / 63°C).
    • Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and keep warm.
  3. Make the Bacon Gravy:
    • In the same skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove bacon bits and set aside, leaving about 3 tablespoons of drippings in the skillet.
    • Sprinkle the flour into the drippings and whisk for 1-2 minutes until golden.
    • Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Cook until the gravy thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the crispy bacon bits.
  4. Serve:
    • Spoon the warm bacon gravy over the fried pork chops. Serve with mashed potatoes or biscuits for a true comfort meal!

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