Becca's Chicken-Fried Pork Chops

The traditional chicken-fried technique is used with pork chops to create Southern-style breaded chops that come out tender, crispy, and golden brown.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 831 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• salt and pepper to taste
• 4 (3/4 inch) thick pork chops
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup milk
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 cup dry potato flakes
• 1.5 teaspoons ground paprika
• 1.5 cups vegetable oil for frying
• 0.5 (16 ounce) package saltine crackers, crushed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine 1 1/2 cups flour, paprika, and garlic powder in a shallow bowl. Whisk milk and eggs together in a second shallow bowl until thoroughly combined. Combine cracker crumbs, potato flakes, and remaining 1/2 cup flour in a third shallow bowl.

Step 2

Prick pork chops thoroughly with a fork to tenderize; season with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Gently dredge pork chops in flour mixture to coat; shake off excess. Dip into egg mixture, then press into cracker crumb mixture. Gently toss between your hands to remove any crumbs that haven't stuck.

Step 4

Heat oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Gently place pork chops into the hot oil. Fry until no longer pink in the center and crust is crisp and golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.