Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for Caramelized Onion Pork Chops:
Ingredients:
- 4 bone-in pork chops
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Season the Pork Chops:
- Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and black pepper.
- Sear the Pork Chops:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the pork chops and sear on both sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
- Caramelize the Onions:
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and butter.
- Cook the onions over medium-low heat until they become soft and caramelized, stirring occasionally. This may take about 15-20 minutes.
- Add Brown Sugar and Balsamic Vinegar:
- Sprinkle brown sugar over the caramelized onions and stir to combine.
- Pour in the balsamic vinegar and continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Deglaze with Chicken Broth:
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits.
- Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Return Pork Chops to the Skillet:
- Place the seared pork chops back into the skillet, nestling them into the caramelized onion mixture.
- Spoon some of the onion mixture over the pork chops.
- Finish Cooking:
- Cover the skillet and simmer on low heat for about 10-15 minutes or until the pork chops are cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley if desired.
- Serve the caramelized onion pork chops with the onion mixture spooned over the top.
Enjoy your delicious caramelized onion pork chops!
