Paula Deen Fried Pork Chops Recipe
If you love crispy and juicy comfort food, this Paula Deen Fried Pork Chops Recipe is perfect for you. It is golden on the outside and tender inside.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in pork chops
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Prepare Pork Chops
- Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper and spices evenly.
Set Up Coating
- Place flour in a bowl. Pour buttermilk into another bowl for dipping.
Coat Pork Chops
- Dip each pork chop in buttermilk, then coat with flour. Press lightly to stick coating.
Heat Oil
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
Fry Pork Chops
- Place pork chops in skillet. Fry for 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Drain Excess Oil
- Remove pork chops and place on paper towels to drain extra oil.
Rest Before Serving
- Let pork chops rest for a few minutes to keep juices inside.
Serve
- Serve hot with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or vegetables.
Notes
- Use bone-in chops for better flavor
- Add cayenne pepper for a spicy kick
- Double coat for extra crispy crust
- Use cast iron skillet for even frying
- Do not overcrowd the pan
- Keep oil at steady temperature
- Serve with gravy for extra richness