How to Make Country Fried Pork Chops with Bacon Gravy Step by Step
Prepare the Pork Chops
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. This step helps the breading stick better and fry up nice and crispy. Season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
Bread the Pork Chops
In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, whisk the eggs with the milk until smooth. Dip each pork chop into the egg mixture, then dredge thoroughly in the seasoned flour, pressing gently so the coating sticks.
Fry Until Crispy
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the pork chops. Fry for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm while you make the gravy.
Cook the Bacon
In a separate skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon bits with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving all that flavorful bacon fat in the pan.
Make the Bacon Gravy
Whisk the flour into the bacon fat and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly golden. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Let it simmer until thickened to a creamy consistency.
Finish the Gravy
Season the gravy with salt, black pepper, and paprika if using. Stir the crispy bacon back into the gravy and give it a final taste.
Serve
Place the pork chops on plates and generously spoon the bacon gravy over the top. Serve hot with your favorite sides and watch it disappear fast.
Tips for Perfect Country Fried Pork Chops with Bacon Gravy
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying; cook in batches if needed.
- Keep the oil at medium heat to avoid burning the coating.
- Whisk the gravy constantly while adding milk to keep it smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning at the end for the best flavor.
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