Description
This classic Southern recipe features crispy, golden-brown country fried pork chops smothered in rich, creamy bacon gravy. Perfectly seasoned and pan-fried pork chops are kept warm in the oven while a savory bacon-infused gravy is made in the same skillet, delivering a comforting and hearty meal.
Ingredients
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For the Pork Chops
- 4 bone-in pork chops
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
For the Bacon Gravy
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Fahrenheit to keep the cooked pork chops warm while making the gravy.
- Prepare Seasoned Flour: In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to create the seasoned flour mixture.
- Coat Pork Chops: Dredge the bone-in pork chops thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess to ensure an even coating.
- Heat Oil: Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Cook Pork Chops: Add the pork chops to the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until they are golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F).
- Keep Pork Chops Warm: Remove the pork chops from the skillet and place them on a baking sheet in the preheated oven to maintain warmth.
- Cook Bacon: In the same skillet with the pork drippings, add chopped bacon and cook until the bacon is crispy and browned.
- Make Roux: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the cooked bacon and drippings in the skillet. Whisk constantly to combine and form a roux, cooking for about 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
- Add Milk: Gradually pour in 2 cups of milk while whisking continuously to avoid lumps and achieve a smooth gravy base.
- Thicken Gravy: Continue cooking the gravy, stirring often, until it thickens to a creamy consistency, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season Gravy: Taste and season the gravy with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Plate the warm country fried pork chops and generously spoon the bacon gravy over the top. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Using bone-in pork chops helps retain flavor and moisture.
- To ensure juiciness, avoid overcooking the pork chops.
- Keep the pork chops warm in a low oven while preparing the gravy to serve a hot meal.
- You can substitute whole milk with 2% or milk alternatives, but the gravy’s richness may vary.
- For a spicier twist, add cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
