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French Onion Pork Chops

Cozy, one-skillet French Onion Pork Chops featuring caramelized onions, melty cheese, and a rich sauce that feels indulgent yet easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork Chops
  • 4 pieces bone-in or thick boneless pork chops, about 1 inch thick Use thick chops for best results.
Vegetables
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced They caramelize nicely and bring balanced sweetness.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances the flavor of the dish.
Broth and Sauces
  • 1 cup beef broth, low sodium Chicken broth can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Adds depth to the flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Optional but adds a lovely flavor.
Herbs and Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves Dried thyme works as well.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Used for cooking the onions.
  • kosher salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
Cheese
  • 4 slices provolone, Gruyere, or Swiss cheese Pick your favorite for topping.
Thickening Agent
  • 1 tablespoon flour or cornstarch Used for thickening the sauce.
Oil for Searing
  • a little oil For searing the pork chops.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the pork chops dry, season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high and add a swirl of oil. Sear the chops for 2 to 3 minutes per side until deeply golden. Transfer them to a plate while you make the onions.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet, then the onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring often, until the onions are soft, glossy, and golden, about 12 to 15 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Stir in garlic and thyme for 30 seconds. Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir for a minute to cook off the raw taste.
  2. Pour in the beef broth gradually, stirring to make a smooth, lightly thickened sauce. Add Worcestershire and Dijon. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  3. Nestle the pork chops back into the skillet, spoon onions over the top, and simmer gently for 3 to 5 minutes until the pork is just cooked through (145°F is the target temperature).
  4. Top each chop with a slice of cheese and slide the skillet under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes until melted and lightly browned. Let the chops rest for a couple of minutes.

Notes

Use thick chops to avoid drying out and cook the onions slowly for the best flavor. Check pork temperature early to avoid overcooking.