Easy French Onion Pork Chops Recipe
These French Onion Pork Chops are nestled with a layer of sweet caramelized onions, a rich and savory beef sauce, and finished with gooey, melty cheese on top. It might taste like something that was simmered for hours, but surprisingly, it all comes together in just one skillet. So, it’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
The first time I made this pork chop recipe, I was trying to use what I had in the fridge. But wow, it surprised me. Now it’s one of those meals I turn to when I want something cozy but don’t feel like spending hours in the kitchen.
There is just something so comforting about sweet caramelized onions. My whole family loves them, so I know that recipes like this French onion chicken skillet and these skillet pork chops with caramelized onions are always a winner.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Comforting flavors: It’s rich, it’s gooey, and it tastes like something you’d order at a gourmet restaurant, without leaving your kitchen.
- One-skillet dish: I’m always looking for ways to wash fewer dishes, and this is a one-pot meal, so it’s a winner in my book.
- Perfect for weeknights or casual entertaining. It’s quick enough for a Wednesday but impressive enough for guests.
Ingredients
This is a list of the ingredients that you need to make your grocery shopping easier. You can find the full list of the ingredients and amounts needed in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Pork chops: Look for pork chops that are about 1-inch thick; both boneless and bone-in will work
- Onions: When it comes to caramelizing onions, you will get the best flavor from yellow or sweet onions.
- Butter: Salted butter will add a deep rich flavor to your onions.
- Thyme and garlic: These herbs add flavor to make your onion mixture stand out.
- Broth and Worcestershire sauce: These condiments give the sauce a rich base. Bone broth is a great option to add some extra protein to this recipe.
- Dijon mustard: Mustard adds a tangy flavor to the unbelievably delicious sauce.
- Shredded Cheese: You will want to use a good melting cheese that has a slightly tangy flavor. I recommend using Gruyère or Swiss cheese.
How to Make French Onion Pork Chops
This is a quick overview of the step-by-step instructions for making this recipe. You can find the complete list of instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Cook the onions in the melted butter, stirring often, until deep golden and caramelized.
- Add the seasonings, broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Once the broth has cooked down and thickened slightly, transfer the onions to a bowl and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sear the chicken on all sides for 3-4 minutes per side.
- Return the onions and sauce to the skillet, and simmer for 10 minutes or until the pork chops are done.
- Top the pork chops with the shredded cheese and allow it to melt. Garnish with fresh parsley.
What To Serve With This Dish
These tender pork chops are served over a bed of Instant Pot mashed potatoes and with a simple green side dish such as this green bean salad. And, if you like a sweet treat with your meal, whip up this cottage cheese cheesecake to satisfy your cravings.
Substitutions and Additions
- Swap Gruyère for mozzarella or provolone if that’s what you have.
- Add a splash of white wine to the onions while they cook for even more flavor.
- Love spice? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to your sauce while it’s simmering.
How To Store
- Storage: Let leftovers cool, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight.
- Reheating: Warm in a covered skillet over medium-low heat or microwave gently until hot.
Sandra’s Pro Tips
- Don’t rush the onions. Low and slow gives the best flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer so you don’t overcook the pork. Pork should be 145 degrees f.
- Deglaze the pan after searing the pork to get all those tasty browned bits. A wooden spoon works great for this.
FAQs
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe.
Totally! Just make sure it’s cooked through to 165°F.
You can caramelize the onions and refrigerate them a day ahead to save time.
Yes! It helps keep the pork juicy and lets the onions and cheese get all cozy on top.
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Easy French Onion Pork Chops Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops bone-in or boneless, about 1 inch thick
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 large yellow onions thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring often, until deep golden and caramelized—this will take about 20–25 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 more minute, then add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Simmer for 5 minutes. Transfer the onions and sauce to a bowl.
- In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper, then sear them for 3–4 minutes per side until browned.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Spoon the onions and sauce back over the pork chops, cover, and let cook for about 10 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through (145°F internal temperature).
- Sprinkle the cheese on top of each chop. Cover for another 2 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Serve the pork chops with onions and sauce spooned over the top.
Notes
- Don’t rush the onions. Low and slow gives the best flavor. This step can take up to 25 minutes.
- Use a meat thermometer so you don’t overcook the pork. Pork should be 145°F.
- Deglaze the pan after searing the pork to get all those tasty browned bits. A wooden spoon works great for this.
Nutrition
Disclaimer
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