Country Fried Pork Chops with Bacon Gravy
A delicious twist on a classic dish featuring crispy fried pork chops smothered in rich, savory bacon gravy. Perfect for a comforting dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops Use bone-in for more flavor.
- 1 cup buttermilk For marinating the pork chops.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour For dredging the pork chops.
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup bacon Cooked and crumbled.
- 2 cups chicken broth For making the gravy.
- 2 tbsp butter For making the gravy.
- Black pepper To taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate the pork chops in buttermilk for at least one hour to keep the meat tender and juicy.
- In a shallow dish, mix the flour and salt together.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Dredge the marinated pork chops in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess flour.
- Fry them in the skillet until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Once cooked, remove the pork chops from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter and add the crumbled bacon.
- Whisk in a little flour and cook for about one minute until it turns light golden.
- Gradually add the chicken broth while whisking continuously until the gravy thickens.
- Serve the pork chops smothered in the rich bacon gravy.
Notes
Serve hot with creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy rice. They also pair nicely with sautéed green beans or corn.