Country Fried Pork Chops with Bacon Gravy

Indulge in the ultimate Southern comfort food: crispy, golden-brown fried pork chops smothered in a rich and creamy bacon gravy.

For the Pork Chops:

– 4 bone-in pork chops

– 1 cup buttermilk

– 1 cup all-purpose flour

– 1 tsp salt

– 1/2 tsp black pepper

– 1/2 tsp paprika

– 1/2 tsp garlic powder

– 1/2 tsp onion powder

– 1/4 cup vegetable oil

– 4 slices bacon, chopped

– 2 tbsp butter

– 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

– 1 1/2 cups milk

– 1/2 tsp salt

– 1/2 tsp black pepper

1. *Marinate the Pork Chops*: Place pork chops in a shallow dish and pour buttermilk over them. Let sit for 30 minutes.

2. *Prepare the Coating*: In a separate dish, mix flour, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

3. *Fry the Pork Chops*: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Dredge pork chops in the flour mixture, shaking off excess, then fry for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

4. *Make the Bacon Gravy*: Cook chopped bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter, then stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer until thickened.

5. *Serve*: Stir in crispy bacon and serve the gravy over fried pork chops.

Enjoy your delicious Country Fried Pork Chops with Bacon Gravy!