Description

Indulge in the comforting flavors of crispy fried pork chops that are perfect for any occasion. With a golden, crunchy exterior and juicy interior, these chops evoke warm memories of family dinners and laughter around the table. Easy to prepare and delightful to savor, they pair beautifully with classic sides like mashed potatoes and green beans.

Ingredients

Scale

4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
1 tsp salt
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
½ cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Set up a coating station with three shallow dishes: one for seasoned flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs.
Lightly pound each pork chop between plastic wrap to about ½ inch thick.
Dredge each chop in flour, dip in the egg mixture, then coat with breadcrumbs.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Fry chops for 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pork chop (150g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 21g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For an extra crunch, swap breadcrumbs for crushed cornflakes or add Cajun seasoning to the flour mixture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 350°F to keep them crispy.