Description
Dive in the comforting embrace of these French Onion Smothered Pork Chops, a dish that transforms a simple meal into a gourmet delight. Featuring caramelized onions draped over perfectly seared pork chops and topped with melted Gruyère cheese, this recipe promises a symphony of flavors that dance harmoniously on your palate. Whether you’re aiming to impress your dinner guests or simply craving a luxurious twist on the classic pork chop, this recipe is designed to deliver satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4bone-in pork chops, about1inch thick
- 2large onions, thinly sliced
- 2cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cupbeef broth
- 1/2 cupgrated Gruyère cheese
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- 2 tablespoonsunsalted butter
- 1 teaspoonfresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Pork Chops: Season pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Brown the Chops: In alarge skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add pork chops; sear until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Caramelize Onions: In the same skillet, add butter and onions with a pinch of salt. Cook on medium-low until golden and soft, about 25 minutes. Add garlic; cook for one more minute.
- Deglaze: Add beef broth, scraping up any brown bits. Stir in thyme.
- Cook Pork Chops: Return pork chops to skillet, nestle into onions, and simmer covered for 10 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Add Cheese: Top chops with Gruyère, broil until bubbly and golden, about 3-4 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with thyme. Serve hot.
Notes
For a crispier cheese topping, mix Gruyère with a bit of Parmesan before broiling.Experiment with different broths or add a splash of white wine to the onions for an enhanced flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Calories: .320
- Sugar: 2
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Protein: 25