Crispy Pork Cutlets with Pickle Cream Gravy: A Zesty American Dinner

Pork Cutlet Perfection: Breaded & Golden Crunch

Pork cutlet lovers, get ready to savor a crunchy, succulent dinner that marries classic American comfort with a zippy pickle-infused cream gravy.

Golden crisp pork cutlets are served with Chef John’s delicious cream gravy that’s flavored with pickles, jalapeño pepper, and green onions.

Why You’ll Love This Crunchy Pork Cutlet Dinner

• Ready in just over an hour—perfect for weeknight feasts
• Juicy pork tenderloin inside a crisp, golden breadcrumb shell
• Zesty cream gravy with pickles and jalapeño for a flavor punch

Ingredients

• 2 (1 1/4 pound) pork tenderloins, fully trimmed and cut into 8 pieces
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 2 cups breadcrumbs
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup dill pickles, finely diced
• 1 tablespoon pickle juice
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 2 green onions, sliced thin

How to Make Crispy Pork Cutlets

1. Place each piece of pork between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using the flat side of a meat mallet, gently pound to 1/2-inch thickness. This tenderizes and ensures even cooking.
2. Season the flour with salt and pepper. Dredge each cutlet in flour, shaking off any excess.
3. Dip the floured cutlets into the beaten eggs, then press into breadcrumbs until fully coated.
4. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, pour enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom (about 1/4 inch). When shimmering, fry cutlets 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to drain.
5. Discard all but 2 tablespoons of oil from the skillet. Pour in heavy cream, then stir in diced pickles, pickle juice, jalapeño, and green onions. Simmer 2–3 minutes, stirring often, until the gravy thickens. Season to taste.
6. Plate the pork cutlets and ladle the creamy pickle gravy over the top. Garnish with extra green onions for color and crunch.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

Calories: 748 kcal  |  Protein: 67 g  |  Fat: 29 g  |  Carbs: 71 g

Tip: For extra crispiness, let the breaded cutlets rest on a wire rack for 10 minutes before frying. This helps the coating adhere and stay crunchy!

Enjoy your delicious pork cutlet dinner, crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor on the inside!