Pork Chops with Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these decadent Pork Chops with Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion. Juicy, seared-to-perfection pork chops serve as the base for layers of flavor, featuring tangy crumbled goat cheese and rich, golden caramelized onions infused with a hint of brown sugar and balsamic vinegar. This gourmet-inspired dish combines sophistication and simplicity, coming together in just 45 minutes for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfectly seasoned and adorned with fresh thyme, it’s an ideal centerpiece for a cozy dinner or an impressive meal for entertaining guests. Pair it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread to soak up the sensational flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 medium Yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
• 4 ounces Goat cheese, crumbled
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and black pepper. Set aside while you prepare the onions.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the thinly sliced onions to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the oil and butter mixture.

Step 4

Cook the onions for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and golden brown. Add the brown sugar and balsamic vinegar, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until well combined and caramelized. Remove the onions from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Add the pork chops to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown on the outside.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking the pork chops for another 5-7 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 8

Divide the goat cheese evenly over the top of the pork chops during the last 2 minutes of cooking, allowing the cheese to soften and melt slightly.

Step 9

Remove the pork chops from the skillet and transfer them to serving plates. Top each chop with a generous spoonful of the caramelized onions.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh thyme, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1077.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1919.2

Total Fat 131.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 426.5mg	0%
Sodium 3327.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 14.0g
Protein 135.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 314.3mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 1889.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.8%

Protein: 29.5%

Carbs: 5.7%