Ohhh yes, now that’s comfort food at its finest. Here’s a killer recipe for Country Fried Pork Chops with Bacon Gravy—crispy, juicy, and smothered in creamy, smoky goodness. Perfect for a hearty weekend dinner (or honestly, any time you need a food hug).
🐖 Country Fried Pork Chops with Bacon Gravy
Ingredients
For the Pork Chops:
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4 boneless or bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
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1 cup buttermilk
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1 tsp hot sauce (optional, but adds a nice kick)
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup cornstarch (for extra crispiness)
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1 tsp paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Bacon Gravy:
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4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
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2 tbsp bacon drippings or butter
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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1½ cups whole milk (warm)
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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Optional: pinch of cayenne or a splash of hot sauce
Instructions
1. Marinate the pork:
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In a bowl or zip-top bag, mix the buttermilk and hot sauce.
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Add pork chops and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight in the fridge if you’ve got time.
2. Dredge:
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In a shallow dish, mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
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Remove chops from marinade (let excess drip off), then dredge in the flour mixture. Press to coat well. Let rest on a rack for 10-15 min—helps the coating stick better.
3. Fry:
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Heat about ½ inch oil in a heavy skillet (cast iron is perfect) to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry the chops 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (145°F internal temp).
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Set on paper towels or a wire rack to drain.
4. Make that glorious bacon gravy:
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In the same skillet (pour off excess oil, but leave 2 tbsp bacon drippings), cook chopped bacon until crisp.
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Remove bacon with a slotted spoon; set aside.
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Add flour to the drippings and whisk into a roux. Cook 1–2 min to lose that raw flour taste.
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Slowly whisk in warm milk. Simmer, stirring constantly, until thick and creamy (about 3–5 min).
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Stir in the cooked bacon. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne or hot sauce if using.
5. Serve:
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Pour that rich bacon gravy over the crispy pork chops and maybe toss in some mashed potatoes or biscuits on the side. Heaven.
