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Southern-Fried Pork Chops with Cream Gravy

Southern-Fried Pork Chops with Cream Gravy are a classic Southern U.S. dish that is on the table in about 30 minutes. Pick up Smithfield® Anytime Favorites® Hickory Smoked Boneless Pork Chops for amazing flavor and easy preparation.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: 562 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Pork Chops
  • .5 oz Smithfield® Anytime Favorites® Hickory Smoked Boneless Pork Chops
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour divided
  • ½ cup beef broth or stock
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • vegetable oil for frying
For the Cream Gravy
  • 2 tablespoon bacon grease or butter, or oil
  • 3 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Prepare the Pork Chops
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  1. In a large sturdy skillet (i.e., cast-iron), heat about 1-inch of vegetable oil to 350°F.
  2. Meanwhile, lightly season the pork chops all over with salt and pepper. Set aside
  3. Place the cornstarch on a platter and 1½ cups of flour mixed with a healthy pinch of salt and pepper on a second platter, or plate.
  4. In a medium-sized bowl or baking dish, add 1½ cups flour and mix in the stock, milk, egg, chili powder, paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Stir until fully combined.
  5. Dredge each cutlet through the corn starch, and then submerge them into the wet batter. Let excess batter drip off the chops, and then dredge through the seasoned flour.
  6. Place in the hot oil and cook, flipping occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on the outside. About 8 to 10 minutes total. Drain on paper towels.
Make the Cream Gravy
  1. In a large skillet, melt the grease over medium heat.
  2. Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute (it should resemble wet sand).
  3. Whisk in the milk and cream and continue whisking until smooth. Cook, stirring often, until thickened, about 4 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and pepper, each.

Notes

  • These also make amazing sandwiches. Toast hamburger buns and smear a little gravy on them and serve with extra gravy on the side for dipping. 
  • The gravy can be made up to one day in advance. Reheat on the stove over medium heat. 
  • Leftovers will keep in the fridge, covered, for up to 5 days. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 562kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 198g (66%) Protein 40g (80%) Fat 22g (34%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 9g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 114mg (38%) Sodium 1100mg (46%) Potassium 1009mg (29%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 22g (44%) Vitamin A 3272IU (65%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 592mg (59%) Iron 11mg (61%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 562

% Daily Value*

Calories 562kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 198g 66%
Protein 40g 80%
Fat 22g 34%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 9g 45%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Cholesterol 114mg 38%
Sodium 1100mg 46%
Potassium 1009mg 21%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 22g 44%
Vitamin A 3272IU 65%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 592mg 59%
Iron 11mg 61%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.