Ingredients: -### Fried Pork Chops #### Ingredients: - 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless) - 1 cup buttermilk - 1 cup all-purpose flour - 1 tsp garlic powder - 1 tsp onion powder - 1 tsp paprika - Salt and pepper to taste - Vegetable oil (for frying) #### Instructions: 1. Marinate: Soak pork chops in buttermilk for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results). 2. Prepare Coating: In a shallow dish, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. 3. Dredge: Remove pork chops from buttermilk and let excess drip off. Dredge each chop in the flour mixture, coating well. 4. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat about ½ inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. 5. Fry: Once the oil is hot, carefully add chops in batches. Fry for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through (145°F internal temp). 6. Drain: Transfer cooked chops to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. 7. Serve: Enjoy hot with your favorite sides! Ingredients: -### Grilled Pork Chops #### Ingredients: - 4 bone-in pork chops (1 inch thick) - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 2 teaspoons garlic powder - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon salt - ½ teaspoon black pepper - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (optional) - Lemon wedges (for serving) #### Instructions: 1. Prep the Marinade: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and rosemary. 2. Marinate the Chops: Rub the marinade over the pork chops. Let them sit for at least 30 minutes (or refrigerate for up to 2 hours). 3. Preheat the Grill: Heat the grill to medium-high (about 400°F/200°C). 4. Grill the Chops: Place pork chops on the grill. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). 5. Rest: Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes. 6. Serve: Serve with lemon wedges and enjoy! Ingredients: -### Baked Pork Chops #### Ingredients: - 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick) - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 1 teaspoon garlic powder - 1 teaspoon onion powder - 1 teaspoon paprika - 1 teaspoon salt - ½ teaspoon black pepper - 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional) - 1 lemon (for zest and juice) #### Instructions: 1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). 2. Prepare Pork Chops: Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. 3. Season: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and thyme. Rub the mixture evenly over both sides of the pork chops. 4. Bake: Place the seasoned chops in a baking dish. Squeeze lemon juice over the top and sprinkle with lemon zest. 5. Cooking Time: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). 6. Rest: Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious baked pork chops!