Country Fried Pork Chops Crispy
Country Fried Pork Chops Crispy are a delectable Southern classic that brings together a crunchy, golden coating and juicy, tender pork. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, these chops are easy to prepare and deliver an irresistible aroma that fills the kitchen. Serve them hot alongside your favorite sides for a comforting meal that evokes warm memories and family traditions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in pork chops (1 inch thick)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the pork chops in buttermilk for at least one hour in the refrigerator.
- In a separate bowl, mix together flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Remove pork chops from buttermilk, letting the excess drip off, then dredge in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- Fry each chop for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (145°F internal temperature).
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pork chop (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, consider using panko breadcrumbs instead of flour for dredging. Feel free to customize flavors by adding cayenne pepper or fresh herbs like thyme.