Southern Fried Pork Chops and Gravy
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
12 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
675 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Southern Fried Pork Chops and Gravy
Description
Southern Fried Pork Chops and Gravy features thick, bone-in pork chops coated in a buttermilk and egg wash, then dredged in a flour mixture spiced with salt, cayenne, chili powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. This breading crisps up when fried in a mixture of vegetable oil and butter heated to about 350°F (180°C).
After frying until golden and cooked through, the pan drippings are used to make a gravy by adding chicken broth, creole or Cajun seasoning, onion and garlic powders, and salt. The gravy simmers to thicken and complements the fried chops with its spicy, savory flavor.
Best eaten freshly cooked, the fried chops offer a crisp crust and juicy center, while the accompanying gravy adds moisture and seasoning. The cajun-inspired seasoning mix distinguishes the dish with warm, smoky, and mildly spicy notes.
Use a cast iron skillet for even heat distribution and better crust development. Dry pork chops well before breading to help the coating adhere. Test oil temperature with a flour pinch to ensure it's hot enough for frying.
Ingredients
For The Fried Pork Chops:
- 4 pork chops I used thicker, bone-in chops, large
- 3 tablespoon buttermilk
- 2 egg
- ½ cup self-raising flour
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper coarse ground
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 5 tablespoon butter divided
For The Gravy:
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon creole seasoning or Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
To Make Fried Pork Chops:
- Lightly season the pork chops and set aside while you prepare the other ingredients.
- Mix the buttermilk and eggs in one bowl, and combine the flour and spices in another bowl.
- Dredge the pork chop in the buttermilk and then in the seasoned flour, being sure also to coat both sides. Shake off any excess flour, as too much extra will cause the breading to fall off. Let meat sit for 5-10 minutes so the breading sets.
- Heat vegetable oil and butter in a pan over medium-high heat about 350F / 180C.
- Fry the pork chops in the oil and butter until crispy and golden—about 3-6 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the cut.
- Transfer cooked pork chops to a serving platter and leave the drippings in the pan so you can make the gravy.
To Make The Gravy:
- Add chicken broth, onion and garlic powder, and Creole seasoning or cajun seasoning to the drippings.
- Simmer the sauce until the desired consistency is reached.
- Finish the sauce with salt and pepper, if needed, and two tablespoons of butter.
Make in the Air Fryer:
- Preheat the air fryer to 350F/180C.
- Mix the buttermilk and eggs in one bowl, and combine the flour and spices in another bowl.
- Dredge the pork chop in the buttermilk and then the seasoned flour, being sure also to coat the sides.
- Place in the air fryer basket. Make sure the pork chops are not touching. Spray with some oil.
- Cooking can be anytime between 8 minutes to 12 minutes, depending on the thickness of pork chops flipping the pork chops halfway through making sure to spray with some oil. Mine took 9 minutes. When cooking these the first time, I recommend aiming for 8 minutes and then checking.
- Remove the air fried pork chops from the basket and serve.
Notes
- Use a cast iron skillet for even heat and better frying results.
- Dry pork chops thoroughly with paper towels before seasoning to help breading stick.
- Check oil temperature by sprinkling a pinch of flour; sizzling indicates readiness.
- Adjust cooking time for thinner pork chops to avoid overcooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 675 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 675kcal | 34% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 54g | 83% |
| Saturated Fat | 35g | 175% |
| Cholesterol | 210mg | 70% |
| Sodium | 1463mg | 61% |
| Potassium | 613mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1336IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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