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Simple is best! These 5-ingredient pan fried pork chops come together with about 5 minutes of prep for an easy weeknight dinner that your family will love. Tender and juicy, the crisp, golden brown chops are delicious alongside buttermilk biscuits, grits, rice, Southern-style green beans, or a skillet of cornbread. How to Make Pan Fried Pork Chops | 1-Minute VideoFried Pork ChopsCrispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside! Even if you don’t consider yourself a pork chop lover, these easy pan fried pork chops just might change your mind. They’re not breaded and deep-fried, but instead just seasoned and dredged in flour, then pan-fried in shallow oil and butter. The process isn’t messy or time-consuming, you only need one cast-iron skillet, and the pork chops come out seared, golden brown, and perfectly cooked every time. It will be love at first taste! IngredientsThis is just a quick overview of the ingredients that you’ll need for the best fried pork chops. As always, specific measurements and complete cooking instructions are included in the printable recipe box at the bottom of the post.
How to Fry Pork ChopsThis easy meal comes together in just a few simple steps:
How Long to Pan Fry Pork ChopsThe total cooking time will vary depending on the size and thickness of your pork chops, on the temperature of the meat when you put it in the skillet, and on the temperature of your oil and butter. As a result, a meat thermometer is always the best way to know when your pork chops are perfectly cooked. You’re looking for an internal temperature of 140°F – 145°F, which will still look slightly pink in the center. For thick-cut bone-in pork chops, this will take about 7-10 minutes per side. Smaller bone-in pork chops will cook in about 5-6 minutes per side. You can also use boneless pork chops in this recipe; you’ll likely just need to reduce the overall cooking time slightly. Be careful not to overcook the meat, or it will become tough and dry. What to Serve with Southern Fried Pork ChopsHere are some easy sides that go well with pan-fried pork chops:
StorageLeftovers will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. You can also freeze cooked pork chops in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Recipe Variations
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Pan Fried Pork Chops5 from 3 votes Prep: 5 minutes Cook: 20 minutes Resting Time 5 minutes Total: 30 minutes Servings 2 – 4 servings Calories 475 kcal Simple is best! These crisp and golden brown Pan Fried Pork Chops come together with about 5 minutes of prep for an easy weeknight dinner that your family will love! Rate RecipePin RecipePrint Recipe Ingredients 1x2x3x
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