Pork Chops with Gravy
Pork Chops with Gravy is a classic American comfort food featuring pan-seared or baked pork chops smothered in a rich, savory gravy, often made from the pan drippings, flour, and broth. The dish typically includes bone-in or boneless pork chops, onions, garlic, and a simple roux-based gravy. It's a staple of home cooking across the United States, particularly in the South and Midwest.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the pork and fat from the cooking process and gravy, with moderate carbohydrates if flour is used in the gravy. It provides key nutrients like B vitamins (especially B12 and niacin), zinc, and selenium from the pork, along with iron if enriched flour is used. A typical serving (one chop with gravy) can range from 300 to 500 calories, depending on the cut of pork and gravy richness.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Zinc | 3.5 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.9 mcg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 7.5 mg |
Per 1 pork chop with 1/4 cup gravy (approx. 240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Pork Chops with Gravy embodies the resourceful 'nose-to-tail' cooking tradition, as the gravy is often made from the flavorful pan drippings, minimizing waste. Nutritionally, it's a dense source of complete protein and essential minerals, making it a hearty meal that has sustained generations, especially during colder months or as a satisfying family dinner.
