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Crispy Pork Chops Gravy

Category: Satisfying Main Dishes for Every Occasion

Crunchy pork chops topped with smooth bacon gravy. Ready in 40 mins, serves 4. Great with mashed potatoes and veggies.
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Updated on Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:00:11 GMT
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Mixing Southern home cooking with tried-and-true methods, these Crispy Fried Pork Chops with Bacon Gravy give you crunchy, golden-brown meat covered in thick, smoky sauce. The mix of well-seasoned pork and bacon-packed gravy makes a meal that's heartwarming and rich, just right for anyone wanting real down-home flavor.

Throughout my time cooking Southern dishes, getting crispy fried pork chops just right became something I loved. The first day I tried them with bacon gravy, I realized I'd stumbled on the ultimate comfort food combo.

Must-Have Ingredients Breakdown

  • Pork Chops: Look for ones the same thickness so they cook evenly
  • Bacon: Better bacon means tastier gravy
  • Flour: Regular flour works best for that nice crunch
  • Whole Milk: Gives you that smooth, thick gravy
  • Seasonings: The right mix makes both the meat coating and gravy pop
  • Chicken Broth: Brings extra flavor to your gravy

Making Homestyle Goodness

Get The Chops Ready:
Wipe them dry and add plenty of spices for big flavor.
Nail The Breading:
Set up flour, egg, and crumbs in order for the best crust.
Cook Them Right:
Keep your oil hot the whole time they're cooking.
Whip Up The Gravy:
Begin with crispy bacon bits for that smoky base.
Put It All Together:
Join the meat and sauce when both are just right.
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My grandma from down South always told me, 'Good gravy can save any meal.' After making this dish countless times, I've found she was absolutely right.

Perfect Pairings

These chops taste amazing with fluffy mashed potatoes, slow-cooked greens, or fresh biscuits. Want to take it up a notch? Try a little honey drizzled on top.

Tasty Twists

Switch things up by mixing fresh herbs into your breading, trying new spice blends, or adding extras to your gravy. Need something lighter? Just pop the breaded chops in the oven instead of frying.

Keeping Leftovers Fresh

Keep the meat and gravy in different containers for up to three days. To eat again, warm chops in the oven to get them crispy, and heat gravy slowly on the stove.

After spending years getting this dish just right, I've learned it's all about paying attention to the small stuff. When you put care into each part, you end up with a comforting meal that brings folks together at dinnertime.

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Recipe FAQs

→ How can I tell if my pork chops are ready?
Check with a thermometer—145°F inside is perfect. The outside should have a nice golden crunch.
→ Why does my gravy have lumps?
Make sure to whisk the flour into the grease really well, and slowly add milk while stirring the whole time.
→ Is it okay to use pork chops with the bone?
You can totally use bone-in chops! Just fry them a few minutes longer since they’re thicker.
→ What sides go well with this meal?
Mashed potatoes, green beans, cornbread, or collards are all awesome options to serve with these chops.
→ Can I prep this ahead of time?
You can make the gravy earlier and warm it up later. For crispy chops, fry them right before serving.

Fried Pork with Gravy

Crispy pork chops paired with rich bacon gravy. Comfort on a plate in 40 minutes.

Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
25 min
Total Time
40 min

Category: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Southern

Yield: 4 Servings

Dietary Preferences: ~

Ingredients

→ Pork Chops

01 1 cup plain flour
02 1/2 cup milk
03 4 pork chops, boneless, about half an inch thick
04 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 Salt and pepper as needed
06 2 large eggs
07 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
09 1 teaspoon onion powder
10 Vegetable oil, 1/2 cup, for cooking

→ Bacon Gravy

11 4 slices of bacon, diced up
12 A pinch of garlic powder
13 2 tablespoons of plain flour
14 Salt and pepper based on preference
15 2 cups whole milk

Steps

Step 01

Lay out two shallow dishes. Mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper in one. In the other, whisk milk and eggs to make an egg mixture.

Step 02

Cover each chop with the seasoned flour first, then dip in the egg mixture, and coat one more time in the flour. Let them sit for 5-10 minutes so the coating stays on better.

Step 03

Warm the oil in a big skillet on medium heat. Fry the pork chops for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they're golden and reach 145°F inside. Move them to paper towels to blot excess oil.

Step 04

In the same pan, fry diced bacon chunks until crunchy. Save 2 tablespoons of the grease, and remove the bacon bits from the pan.

Step 05

Stir flour into the hot bacon fat for about a minute. Slowly add milk while whisking until it’s smooth. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes to thicken. Add crispy bacon back in, and season to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Notes

  1. Let the coated pork chops sit so the crust sticks better while frying.
  2. If the gravy feels too thick, a splash of chicken stock can loosen it.
  3. Serve alongside mashed potatoes, greens, or green beans.

Required Equipment

  • A large frying pan or skillet
  • Two flat bowls for dipping and coating
  • Whisk for mixing
  • Paper towels for draining
  • Food thermometer

Allergen Information

Double-check every ingredient for potential allergens and consult a healthcare professional if unsure.
  • Milk products
  • Egg-based ingredients
  • Contains wheat

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

This data is for informational purposes only and doesn’t replace medical advice.
  • Calories: 620
  • Fat: 35 g
  • Carbs: 38 g
  • Protein: 42 g