Pork Chops with Onion Sauce

Elevate your dinner game with these succulent Pork Chops with Onion Sauce—an irresistible recipe that combines perfectly seared, bone-in pork chops with a rich, creamy onion sauce bursting with caramelized sweetness and aromatic garlic. This one-pan wonder comes together in just 40 minutes, featuring a luxurious blend of heavy cream, savory stock, and optional fresh thyme for a touch of elegance. Perfect for a hearty family dinner or an impressive gathering, these juicy chops are best served over mashed potatoes or alongside roasted vegetables to soak up every drop of the luscious sauce. Quick to prepare yet bursting with flavor, this dish is the ultimate comfort food with a gourmet twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 large yellow onions
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 cup beef or chicken stock
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork chops generously on both sides with salt and black pepper. Let them rest at room temperature for about 5 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.

Step 2

Thinly slice the onions and mince the garlic. Set them aside for cooking.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the pork chops to the skillet.

Step 4

Sear the pork chops for about 3-4 minutes per side, until they develop a golden-brown crust. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the sliced onions.

Step 6

Cook the onions for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and caramelized. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 7

Pour in the stock, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in the heavy cream and thyme (if using), and cook the sauce until it thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 9

Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the onion sauce. Cover the skillet and let the pork chops simmer in the sauce for 7-8 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and let the pork chops rest in the sauce for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve the pork chops hot, generously smothered in the onion sauce. Pair with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1530.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2873.9

Total Fat 204.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 734.8mg	0%
Sodium 3891.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 199.2g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 188.3mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 3169.3mg	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: 66.3%

Protein: 28.7%

Carbs: 5.0%