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French Onion Pork Chops

Delicious and comforting meal combining juicy pork chops with sweet, caramelized onions and melted cheese, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cooking Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 pieces pork chops (bone-in, about 1-inch thick)
  • 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (or mozzarella)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley or thyme, for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear the pork chops for about 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove them and set aside.
  5. Reduce the heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet.
  6. Add the sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until caramelized (about 20–25 minutes).
  7. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  8. Pour in the beef broth, scraping up the brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
  9. Add thyme and simmer for 3–5 minutes to reduce slightly.
  10. Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the onions.
  11. Top each chop with shredded cheese.
  12. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the pork is cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F).
  13. Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme and serve hot with extra onion gravy spooned over each chop.

Notes

Slice the onions thinly for even caramelization. Cook the onions low and slow for best flavor. For a stronger cheese flavor, use more cheese. Check the internal temperature of the pork to ensure it's fully cooked.