Love & Best Dishes: Paula Deen's Family Kitchen Fried Pork Chops Recipe

[@PaulaDeen]

For those of y'all have been to one of my Paula Deen's Family Kitchens, what is your must-order dish?

[@davef1977]

We dined at Lady and Sons in Savannah for the first time last week. To be honest, after our meal, we could not pick a favorite dish due to the fact that everything was simply that good!! We had the fried chicken (best ever) and pot roast, creamed potatoes, creamed corn, green beans and salad. We truly discussed selection of a favorite dish, but everything was so good that we could not call it; it was an excellent meal in all regards!!! (and your staff is so lovely).

[@OpalAcresHome]

Waiting to go to the one in Pigeon Forge! Can’t wait Paula, my wife has been to your restaurant in Savannah!

[@Jason-nr2vx]

Fried green tomatoes and the chicken!

[@mamaksstorytime]

It is all southern delicious, but I have to have my greens with pepper vinegar and cornbread.

[@luanncunningham2318]

My favorite meats are the pork chops and your fried chicken. It's so hard to decide which one to get when I eat at your restaurant in Pigeon Forge. 😁

[@eBag944]

If it is your own kitchen, I'm impressed. As a multi-millionaire, you live a very simple and humble life. Thanks for sharing your recipe.

[@TP-xy2ms]

I don’t care what people think of Mrs. Deen. I am southerner, I love her to pieces.

[@robbiewilliams8569]

Lol me too!

[@OnlyLeeivannaNdaWrld]

I've always said the same.

[@southernbygrace3274]

Forgiveness and compassion are beautiful things! We have so much we can learn from each other, no matter our differences!

[@luckylib]

Me too. 🕺

[@CarrieZuckowsky-zr1kt]

Me too isn't she down to earth and so relatable

[@lisa4freedom662]

@Paula. You remind me so much of my Mother! She passed away in 2019 but she cooked like you and talked like you. Everytime I watch your videos, it's like I am watching my Momma!! Bless you for sharing your delicious recipes with us. I have never been to one of your Restaurants but one of these days my Husband and I will be able to go on vacation and visit one of your Restaurants. 💗

[@Formerlywarmer]

This lady is a national treasure. I appreciate her and her vast knowledge of authentic southern cooking

[@kathyharper7187]

Does anyone else feel like they are sitting in their gramma’s kitchen? Love your recipes paula

[@rebelbelle62]

I love the casual atmosphere around your cooking podcasts. Makes me feel like I'm back at home with my mama cooking and we kids helping around and talking about everything.

[@lindabranum6686]

LIS Great!

[@barbarasue7191]

Paula, What are your restaurant locations please? ?

[@barbarafentress2933]

Kudos to Theresa. She does a fantastic job of getting the most beautiful fruits, vegs and meats. You rock !!!! 🤗😚🇺🇸

[@sandrataylor2323]

Woke up early...5 AM.. and watched this video and now I'm craving pork chops!

[@CynthiaLamb-jf2md]

I watched every episode when she was on TV and I have all of her cook books. She's my favorite chef. ❤

[@melissamoss9253]

Mrs. Paula, I can't thank you enough for this recipe! I'm a good cook, but no matter what I have tried, every time I have tried pork chops, they turn out tough and dry. I've watched you since the year 2000, so I don't know why I didn't think to run straight to you and see if you had a good solution for this! Either way, I'm so glad I found this last night. Usually, if I'm making pork chops, I just go ahead and do baked pork chops and rice, because at least they don't turn out as dry, but there is nothing in this world that will substitute when you are craving fried pork chops. I had set out chops, planning to just bake them as usual, but I thought, "I'm gonna fry those dadgum chops, and finally get it right, even if it kills me!" The buttermilk was the main thing. I completely agree with you that it helps tenderize the meat. I let my chops sit in it for a couple hours before I fried them, turning them occasionally, and it was fantastic. Your video also allowed me the opportunity to learn that I was not letting my oil get hot enough before adding my chops. I had always turned it on and let it heat up, and I thought it was hot enough, because when I put my chops in, they would start to bubble a little around the edges, but nothing like the instant sizzle that you got. And if you put them in before your oil is hot enough, that means they are going to have to cook longer before they are done, which is going to result in a tough, dry chop. This is also the first time I used a meat thermometer to check them before I took them out of the oil. I've always just judged their doneness on the color before, and they were either still raw near the bone, or most of the time, they were overdone and dry. My mother is from the same generation as you, so she has preached to me about cooking the snot out of pork my whole life, and you aren't kidding that old habits die hard! 😂 There was no pink left in these, and yet they were juicy and tender. I made gravy (just in case), but they truly didn't even need it. Thank you so, so much! I will never fry pork chops any other way! You're just the best! This Christmas season, I thank Jesus for what a gift you are to the world, and I hope you and Michael and your family have a blessed, joyful holiday! ❤️

[@rwilson208]

Grandma and momma used cast iron frying pans afterwards they made gravy and mashed potatoes.,homegrown green beans, slices of tomatoes.

[@margaretosburn5709]

Oh, my. That sounds so good! Makes me think of my Mother! God bless you!

[@jenniferyoung5932]

I absolutely love everything you said Ron n the slices of tomatoes are a chef's kiss to top off this true old school dish. Yummy! 🐷 🍅 💯 😋

[@barniaburton1205]

Yum Yum good ,makes me hungry

[@robynweeks6004]

Oh yeah, me too..!!! 😆😅🤣😂

[@landocalrissiann]

That's what I use to fry mine & chicken

[@Hmlowry107]

I went to paula deens family kitchen 2 weeks ago in panama city,fl. We got the pork chops and the fried chicken. These pork chops were AMAZING! all of the sides and the desserts were wonderful as well. Thank you so much for the recipe.

[@matt36755]

Oh I’m so glad to hear that it’s back open in pcb!!! We are coming down on Monday for a week and we’ll definitely be going to the restaurant!

[@Hmlowry107]

@@matt36755 we went to the one at pier park. It was well worth the wait to get a table and our waitress was so nice.

[@willgreen6289]

Damn! I was just in Panama City and I didn’t realize she had a location there.

[@ghg76vhfyg11]

@@matt36755 I would like to come too

[@matt36755]

@@ghg76vhfyg11 they don’t call it family kitchen for nothing, come on down! 😃

[@michael-499]

Well, unfortunately the one in San Antonio, Texas closed. I moved back to SA in 2016 after the passing of my mother. My sister told me about Paula’s restaurant and with moving and forgetting I heard the restaurant was closed. I will add that this is one of my favorite ways to coat a pork chop! Love the celery seed. Thank you Mrs. Paula for sharing the south with the world. Love ya, Michael-

[@steveprice2718]

I live in Savannah and I would serve her son, Bobby, in the restaurant that I was employed by at the time, roughly around the year 2000. He was a very kind and most generous young man. He would even request me when he entered the establishment. I've been tempted to apply for a serving position in the downtown Savannah area. I could see myself really enjoying myself working in that friendly atmosphere. Bobby, if you read this, I used to work at Shoneys Restaurant on Abercorn about 20 years ago. You are awesome! Your mom did right by you and your brother, obviously and she deserves continued success in her life. Your tamily is warm and embracing. Much more success to all of you. God Bless.

[@agirlsinger]

Good morning Paula! I have lived in the south my whole life. And I mean southern California ha ha and my husband and I just recently moved to Florida and he is teaching me about southern food because he grew up in Kentucky and of course I needed to start watching you! And boy am I learning a lot! And I just want to say how much I love these videos because I feel like I’m right there with you in the kitchen💋💋

[@billiefurlow1585]

Paula makes the most delicious looking food, doesn't she? I have to say I really like your new Governor Ron D. Happy cooking from East Texas, Gaye Furlow

[@marymiller1539]

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[@lisagialucci2296]

Try pork n dressing and chicken n dressing for the Holiday Season that’s upon us - southern dressing is the bestes ✨🌟

[@tommy1620]

You remind me of my mother. She was from Missouri. Dad was a Kentucky man.We ate fried Rabbit, Squirells and our farm raised Beef, Bison, chickens and Pigs. Only country folks eat farm fresh meats. Keep up the great video's Paula.

[@ceciliagallo5978]

i am cooking my pork chops with your recipe love you on tv and now i am trying my best to learn this computer contraption

[@jopatterson8712]

Never been to one. I'm up north. I would just try everything. I have pork chops to cook so I'm watching this one again.

[@Ash-hi5hy]

Ohhhh Paula you definitely have inspired me! I haven't made pork chops in so long! And yes, habits are hard to break! My grandma ALWAYS cooked pork until it was wellllllllll beyond done! I'm talking till it was dryer than the desert!

[@SilentWeaponsQuietWars]

My sister in law did that to every meat she cooked. She would grill hamburgers and then put them in the oven. Needless to say they were hard as Elly Mae Clampette biscuit.

[@lindahill1199]

Thats funny!

[@foxfly2372]

I don't eat meat but have a family of serious meat eaters. I'm so thankful to be able to learn from the best of the best. Thank you and God bless you always, Mrs. Deen and family.

[@triodekt66]

I guess I was not expecting the pork chops at the restaurant to be as good as they were. Totally blown away and definitely as good as the chicken!

[@lindabegovich7463]

Oh my!!!! Pork chops are my favorite and I just wanted to take one of yours and eat it. Now I know how to make a delicious pork chop too. Thank you Paula…..

[@deedemerson3126]

I have never used buttermilk when cooking pork chops. I will try that the next time. Those chops looks delish. My mouth was salivating! lol...

[@lindasanford8823]

Try buttermilk on cubed steak too

[@trishbowie1259]

Makes it more tender and juicy.

[@HappyDancers-kx5lb]

Thank you for sharing Paula you are the best cook I love watching you you’re the best

[@lynnelaine594]

I tried it a couple times but it made them to crunchy instead of crispy

[@kayrackley4698]

I love pork chops. I make mine the same way except I dont use celery salt. That little bit of cayenne makes a world of difference. I want to go to one of the Family Kitchens so bad. Hopefully I will make it there one day. Yall have a lovely day!

[@robinegger905]

The plate of fried pork chops my husband dreams of with more crust than I have been able to achieve. Thank you for posting I will definitely be making these for him

[@j.a.whittler6983]

Just an FYI...If you dredge your porkchops 🥩 in the flour first then a egg mixture then back into your seasoned flour with cornstarch added into the seasoned flour...your porkchops 🥩 or any meat your frying will turn out super crunchy and crispy. Really delicious 😋

[@robinegger905]

@@j.a.whittler6983 thank you!

[@j.a.whittler6983]

@@robinegger905 you are welcome 😊

[@lmurph5854]

I love that we were just part of your day. I was never a big fan of pork chops because they were always tough but those look so good.

[@dianacrum7589]

I would love to put my mouth on one of those pork chops.! They look so good Paula. I just love your videos, you are so down to earth and so sweet. cook on Paula love from Ga.

[@carolcamp8891]

Keep your fingers out of your mouth and nose etc.

[@kathleenwassum7712]

That looks so much like my Mama used to make! She passed over 20 years ago.😒 I can’t Wait to make these in the same iron skillet that she used! Thank you, Paula Deen!!❤😊

[@jackieisbell7456]

Been a BIG FAN for years . NOTHING has EVER CHANGED THAT ! Your recipes are fantastic and I love the Rapport you have with your sons we also have three sons although we did lose one of our precious boys in 2013. Taught my boys to cook , from the time they were old enough to get the concept , they had one night each week , they were " in charge of dinner " ! From shopping for ingredients to mixing spices . Also Once a month they had to choose an " ethnic dish " from what ever country they chose . On those nights they had to give information on the country of " origin " for menu choice ! BTW , Love me a bone to gnaw on too !!! ❤

[@sharronwolfe7711]

Oh those are gorgeous pork chops!!! I have never had a ours chop soaked in buttermilk, then flour and seasonings, and deep fried! I’ve always said I don’t like pork chops, but this I’ve got to try! Oh my! And must add - we sure never thought f Paula Deen still doing her own laundry and ironing! I LOVE how real you are! ❤️🙏🏻❤️

[@virginiajenkins7489]

I was looking for a recipe for fried pork chops of course we had to come your way lovely

[@markthompson5317]

Miss Paula, YES ! You inspire us all ! You have the best dishes and your sweet southern voice reminds me of momma from Marietta, Ga . Momma is up on high now and is missed so much but you remind me of her so much ! Thank you for doing what you do. Can't wait to look up your meatloaf recipe, it was a favorite thing momma use to make me. We love ya !!

[@ritabrunetti381]

My husband and I love pork chops with the bone. I know we'll enjoy cooking with this recipe. Thanks for sharing!! Be well.

[@MsLippy]

One day I hope to visit, that was in my bucket list back in 2008 when my brother wrote you a letter unknown to me, I I was in Treatment for Breast Cancer. You sent me a signed photo and your latest cookbook. I took it to treatment and that was my read. Thank You Ms Paula; because I feel you helped me continue to keep my head held high, just by reading your beautiful cookbook. Many Blessings Ms Paula and one day I hope to visit your family restaurant 💕

[@sweethomealabama1369]

PORK CHOPS....PORK CHOPS 👍😁Good Morning Y'all hope everyone is having a beautiful morning or evening. I just love waking up to Paula every morning before work. Looks so amazing I need a pork chop biscuit now 😋Love you all ♥️ Paula Michael,Eddie,Teresa have a wonderful day 🤗

[@marysewitsky4823]

Those are beautiful chops

[@gayprepperz6862]

So happy I found your channel, and to be honest - I like this much better. Paula, I love your videos, and I've always been in love with your lovely southern accent, it's almost like a lullaby to me. I lived a total of 15 years in the South. I lived in Birmingham for a little less than five years, and the rest of that time was in Memphis, TN. One thing I adored about the South was their HOSPITALITY! I would go to the home a friend, and his mother would start setting the table. I would protest and then my friends would enlighten me that this is/was the way it's done. Don't decline the food or you will upset them terribly. Apparently, declining food from a host is a terrible insult, and almost quite unforgivable. I adore the South, a place that hasn't lost their traditions. You took your hat off when you came in a home, you always said "Sir" or "Mam" when speaking to your elders. They always took their hat off when a funeral hearse drove by. What sweet memories, and to this day in St. Louis, I do whatever etiquette demands. God I miss the South, and you bring it all back to my life again! 💋💋💋 PS, You make me homesick for the South!!

[@natalieharris8602]

Good Morning Paula ♥️ I’d eat this for breakfast 🍳 with some scrambled eggs & fried potatoes w/ onions 🧅 & peppers 🫑.

[@kathyhartje9510]

Hi good morning I love ❤️ pork chops n fried chicken with some potatoes onions n green beans yum yum yummy

[@janicew6222]

We visited your restaurant in Branson this summer, my 12 year old granddaughter said it was the best meal she ever had LOL!! Must agree.

[@jacquelynwashington6016]

Hey Paula girl! I’m from New Orleans and I have been watching you forever! Specifically speaking of your Food Network days! I remember when you first had Rhea Drummond on the show and you were raving over her husband!!! Just wanted to reach out and thank you for sharing your recipe and stirring my memories of my Momo’s Codfish Cakes! I so wish you were still in FN! Now don’t cry cause I know you tear up quickly! Be blessed and keep sending us Love and Good Dishes! Jacquelyn Washington.

[@TigerChik613]

I Love Pork Chops. One of my favorites. OMG LOVE IT

[@venitastrong1241]

Love me some pork chops 😋

[@lynnelaine594]

Having them tonight but I'm starting to experiment after frying the same way for 40 years

[@radardimaria2261]

Sitting here eating a Lean Cuisine and pretending it's a fried pork chop!!! LOL!!! They looked delicious!!

[@JoeHollywood22]

Lol

[@barbarasue7191]

Fix yourself some pork chops Radar. You can do it...

[@wmpetroff2307]

I luv me ''Poke '' Chops. Luv em'!!!!! An American fav indeed!!! I luv you, Ms Paula!

[@margaretbedwell58]

I love a good pork chop and those look mighty fine. Thank you for sharing this recipe. I never thought to put my pork chops in buttermilk, yet I used to do with with fried chicken. Thanks for that reminder. I hope I remember to do it the next time I do chops. Have a Blessed day.

[@paulau7590]

Yummy!! My favorite!

[@marybrand8269]

I love pork chops, my favorite.

[@Nanahux]

We have pork chops in the freezer and I'm so inspired and hungry.

[@achukmvlid.johnson9588]

Put salt directly on them while holding your mouth open to help draw out the moisture. It works great. My grandmother told us this.

[@daisym1672]

Biscuits & Gravy......I am certain it was the BEST gravy I have ever tasted in all of my life!!!!! Everything else was so wonderful too!

[@imsodone4309]

Fried pork chops are my favorite.

[@marycahill546]

Greetings from Canada. Love you Paula. Thank you so much for sharing your recipes and tips!

[@robbiedavis108]

I am making these for supper tonight mmmmm ...love ya Paula and thanks for this recipe

[@janet20257]

Those chops look super delicious 😋. I will try to make them for sure!

[@Stephenrsm7600]

I LOVE fried pork chops!!!!!! Thanks Miss Paula!!!!

[@sabrinaaguilera7657]

Good morning Paula I know what you mean about those little bumps that end up on the tongue sometimes. I always thought they were from accidentally biting your tongue but boy do they hurt 😢 your pork chops look delicious 😋 and they look easy enough to make 👍 one of my families favorite meats. Thank you for your recipe. I think I’ll make some like this for the hubby and make the gravy too so he can top it over steamed rice and the pork chop. Have a blessed day beautiful lady 💞

[@thelmafromusa6193]

Thank you so much for sharing how to cook pork chops, Thelma from Kentucky USA

[@libbystarke2034]

I love the squash casserole, fried chicken, fried porkchops....actually i can't choose. I LOVE everything including your desserts. I'm making myself hungry. 😆

[@Hallowworth2]

I feel so comforted when you are cooking anything….😘❤️🇺🇸❤️🥰

[@deborahjordan9688]

Yummy love pork chops ❤

[@Emlane09]

Love seeing Michael! He looks amazing!!

[@williamdougherty3836]

I love you mama I have missed you so much. Praise the Lord God!! Missed you Mamma!! Thank you for being You!!!!

[@alexanderhall3064]

I love Paula Deen!!!!

[@dianalester1351]

Loved your brother when he came on, you both were so fun to watch together in the kitchen!

[@ceciliagallo5978]

thank you i will cook today My pork chops i am 84 years old i will use your recipe

[@bodypositiveimage]

Good morning Mrs. Paula Deen have a blessed and prosperous day.

[@RochelleThompson-e3t]

You, not so informed little boy She's not wishing black folk anything pleasant or prosperity !!

[@kelligalbraith8151]

Good morning! I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, you remind me so much of my mother. She loved to naw on the bones!! Pork chops were probably her favorite but any steak bone would do. In fact if I or anyone else at table didn’t eat theirs as she would call properly she would grab it and eat ours too lol!! Have a great day and thank you for the nostalgia!! ❤️

[@kellierush1499]

Good lord now I'm hungry for chops and stuffing!!!

[@kathybray7156]

I have never heard of deepfrying pork chops but it sure sounds delishous

[@marydemianasarkies2577]

I wish we had a Paula Deen Family Kitchen in California, I’ve never been to one but I’ve always wanted to go

[@Brooklyn1620]

Love your recipes and I Love watching you on U-Tube. Your the Sweetest Paula Deen. Want to try your restaurant when I get down to Florida soon.

[@carlosgutierrezjimenez200]

Looks sooo amazing. Making me hungry!!!!!! Love your cooking and your shows Paula, never change, you fantastic wonderful lady!! God bless you

[@pmyrick]

I made these pork chops exactly as demonstrated by Paula Deen in this video ... and they were delicious! Having a quick-read digital thermometer is key. I did get a little heavy handed with the cayenne but they were still good.

[@barbarabennett816]

😅😊

[@lloraoneilkranich3627]

I love your restaurant in Branson! Yes, the pork chops and the pot roast are FANTASTIC!!!

[@tonnyjefferson8133]

My mouth is watering. This is exactly how my mama did it. She made the best water gravy - we call it thickening gravy mashed potatoes and homemade biscuits. The best meal!

[@bettyalaniz369]

Good morning, I have to make them porkchop they look so delicious.

[@j.a.whittler6983]

Oooh...I just made fried porkchops 🥩 😋 the night before last. I ate the last one this afternoon for lunch. I made chicken dressing as a side with sweet corn and sliced tomatoes 🍅 😋. I think porkchops 🥩 are my favorite meat 🍖 😋. Paula's looked pretty similar to the ones I made. They look delicious Paula!!!! 😋

[@dorothydickens]

PAULA DEAN you are the most down to earth Personality that i know, I hope you n yours. A great 2022 year take care love yor PAULA DEAN

[@judymitchell27]

Love fried pork chops! I’m going to try your recipe!

[@crystallemke7288]

My favorite cook! Paula you are an awesome Lady!❤️

[@sherlenehamilton6724]

I love your video an you cause you are so natural an country i love all of them

[@SteelTreeGone]

Love her she’s such a lovely lady, and a good cook 👨‍🍳

[@K-KOOKSOFFICIAL]

Those look delicious. I have a whole jumbo pack of Pork Chops in the freezer. Right on time. Thank you Paula

[@lindakrawiec6724]

Looks so good paula! Thanks 👍 gonna do mine in buttermilk also . Im going to do this for Sunday's supper.😅😋

[@gwendolynjones2408]

Pork chops fried chicken and the Greens.OMG.!!!🤗😋

[@catherinemurphy3194]

Good morning Paula. 🌻🌺🌷🌼 I love pork chops I will be making it soon can I put the chops in the oven or air fryer?

[@KatysDream]

Paula, there is no need to pound/tenderize your chops. Instead use Lime Juice on both sides, just rub it into each chop, let it rest to room temperature and then add your seasonings before frying, baking, roasting them. The Lime Juice is all the tenderizer you need. Lime juice is also great on all types of steaks for tenderizing as well. It works well without any pounding to the meats. Enjoy! (Also there is no flavor of the lime juice on the meats when eating them. You can't tell Lime Juice was used for tenderizer)

[@dorothyknox801]

I use an unseason meat tenderizer let my meats set sometimes an hour or over

[@lindahill1199]

Thanks for that tip Katy

[@stephaniespottswood2955]

Chops marinating in seasoned buttermilk now. Making mashed potatoes, gravy & fried cabbage. Thanks for reminding me how much I love fried pork chops Paula!

[@mitzialamo9352]

Hi Paula. Those pork chops look amazing! I've never soaked my pork chops in buttermilk. I am going to try this! Thank you Paula!! Hugs from NJ 🥰🥰

[@jopatterson8712]

I'm making milk gravy and I have potatoes and green beans to go with it. Those look fabulous!!! Luv ya!

[@cindyhappel7376]

Paula I’m going to try your recipe! I used to love my mama’s fried pork chops, but I have not been able to duplicate them. They looked just like yours!!!

[@claudiaparvanta5160]

You've got so many wonderful comments. I just want to add that I love your cooking shows and I'm making your pork chop recipe tonight. You're amazing.

[@virginiaduffey4694]

I like the fillet on the center cut pork chops!! So good!

[@margaretosburn5709]

Please, just pass me anything! I'm so hungry! Love the recipes! Keep on cooking! Sending Love ❣️

[@janicemoody922]

I miss you and the boys so much with all of the amazing recipes you gave us ❤

[@vanessawilliams7746]

They look so good!!! I can come through the screen and bize them!🍽💯cooking some now.

[@jeanettachowns228]

I have your wooden seasoning bowl I bought when we were at Paulas restaurant in Branson MO. Loved your fried chicken. I would have ordered your chops if I had seen this video. Delicious !!!!!!!

[@chanelcoco72]

Paula looks really good and happy!! I miss her show!!!