Caramelized onions add a delicious sweetness and depth of flavor to many dishes, and they are especially well-suited for pork chops. The natural sweetness of the onions pairs perfectly with the savory flavor of the pork, and the caramelization process creates a rich, complex flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Plus, this dish is incredibly easy to make and can be prepared in just a few simple steps. So, whether you are a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, read on to learn how to make caramelized onion pork chops that will impress your friends and family.
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PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS
The sweet caramelized onions complement the seasoned pork chops.
Provided by Land O'Lakes
Categories Onion Pork chop Main Course Savory Cooking Pork Meat, poultry, and seafood Vegetable
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in 12-inch skillet until sizzling; add pork chops. Cook over medium-high heat, turning once, 8-10 minutes or until browned. Season with salt and pepper. Remove chops to serving platter. Keep warm.
- Place onions in skillet with pan juices; sprinkle with rosemary. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 8-10 minutes or until onions are caramelized. Stir in garlic; continue cooking 2-3 minutes or until garlic is softened.
- Return chops to pan; continue cooking 4-5 minutes or until pork reaches at least 145°F and is no longer pink.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 19 grams, SaturatedFat grams, Transfat grams, Cholesterol 95 milligrams, Sodium 350 milligrams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Sugar grams, Protein 23 grams
EASY CARAMELIZED ONION PORK CHOPS
Caramelized onions give the flavor to these easy to make pork chops - yummy! Great with parsley potatoes!
Provided by Pamela Newland
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Rub chops with 2 teaspoons seasoning salt and 1 teaspoon pepper, or to taste.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown pork chops on each side. Add the onions and water to the pan. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Turn chops over, and add remaining salt and pepper. Cover, and cook until water evaporates and onions turn light to medium brown. Remove chops from pan, and serve with onions on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 691.5 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
CARAMELIZED ONION SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS
Steps:
- Brine the chops: Combine the water, 1/4 cup kosher salt , and 1/4 cup brown sugar in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring to dissolve the salt and sugar. When the salt and sugar are dissolved, take the saucepan off the heat and add the rosemary sprig and iced water. Keep stirring until the brine is completely cooled down.
- Put the pork chops in a large zip-top plastic bag, and pour in the brine. Squeeze the air out of the plastic bag and seal tightly. Lay the bag in a baking dish (in case there's any leakage) and refrigerate 4 hours and up to 8 hours. (Alternatively, arrange the pork chops in a baking dish in a single layer, pour the brine over the chops and cover with plastic wrap. Halfway through the brining time, turn the chops over.)
- One hour before cooking, take the pork chops out of the refrigerator, drain and discard the brine and rosemary sprig. Pat the pork chops dry and cover loosely with paper towels.
- Make the caramelized onions: Melt the butter and 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the onions and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon brown sugar, about 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and several good grinds of fresh pepper. Cover for 10 minutes.
- Remove the cover and stir the onions. Sauté for another 15 or 20 minutes, stirring the onions occasionally and watching that they don't burn. When the onions have caramelized to your liking, take the pan off the heat.
- Preheat oven to 400 F. Lightly season the pork chops with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, then sprinkle the minced rosemary over both sides of all the chops, pressing down lightly to adhere the rosemary to the pork.
- Heat the 1 tablespoon of olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork chops on both sides, 2 minutes per side. Cover the pork chops with the caramelized onions, then put the skillet into the oven.
- Bake the chops 15 minutes until their internal temperature reaches 138 F on an instant-read thermometer . Remove the skillet from the oven, and let the chops rest 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 48 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 3964 mg, Sugar 16 g, Fat 15 g, ServingSize Serves 4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
PORK CHOPS WITH ONIONS
This simple dish is a great one to share with friends and family. -Taste of Home
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, brown pork chops in oil over medium heat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Transfer to an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. , In the drippings, saute onions until tender. Spoon over chops; add broth. Cover and bake at 325° for 10-15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 145°. Remove pork chops and onions; keep warm. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving., In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir in pan juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with pork and onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 433mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PORK CHOPS SMOTHERED IN CARAMELIZED ONIONS
I created this dish for my husband, as he loves the flavor of deeply caramelized onions. It was a big hit and is sure to become one of our regular meals. I served it with homemade applesauce and skillet country potatoes. Yummm!
Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Season both sides of pork chops with garlic powder, sage, thyme, salt and pepper.
- Melt 2 tbs. butter in a large skillet over medium heat, evenly coating the bottom of the skillet.
- Increase heat to medium-high. Cook both sides of chops for 10-15 minutes until lightly browned. (Note: It is okay if the chops are not completely done, as there is more cooking time to come.).
- Push chops to outside edges of skillet. Melt the remaining 1 tbs. butter in the center of the skillet and add onions to the center of the skillet, sprinkling with sugar.
- Replace skillet cover and cook for 10 minutes, frequently tossing and stirring onions with a spatula. Onions are caramelized when tender and medium-brown in color. My husband prefers cooking them until slightly burned, as the flavor intensifies. (Note: Don't forget to watch your chops to make sure they don't burn.).
- Check chops for doneness before serving. They will be done when a fork piercing the thickest part of the chop draws clear juice. If the juice is pink, cook chops a bit longer until done. (Note: Make sure to watch onions, so they don't burn.).
- Serve pork chops with caramelized onions piled on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.8, Fat 30.2, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 169.8, Sodium 535.4, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 7.6, Protein 41.1
CARAMELIZED-ONION PORK
We live in a farming community, and one of our main crops is onion. When I competed in a cooking contest at the Idaho-Eastern Oregon Onion Festival, I was flabbergasted when I won the top three prizes. This was the first-place recipe. -Nell Cruse, Ontario, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook onion and sugar in oil over medium-low heat until onion is tender and golden brown, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally., Place the pork in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with onion mixture., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EASY CARAMELIZED ONION PORK CHOPS
Caramelized onions give the flavor to these easy to make pork chops - yummy! Great with parsley potatoes!
Provided by Pamela Newland
Categories Pork Chops
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Rub chops with 2 teaspoons seasoning salt and 1 teaspoon pepper, or to taste.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown pork chops on each side. Add the onions and water to the pan. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Turn chops over, and add remaining salt and pepper. Cover, and cook until water evaporates and onions turn light to medium brown. Remove chops from pan, and serve with onions on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 691.5 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS
These pork chops are juicy, tender, seasoned with savory herbs and a hint of spice. When topped with deliciously caramelized onions, a perfect marriage of flavors is created. This recipe is sure to satisfy a hearty appetite as well as a craving for something sweet & savory.
Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Into a small bowl, thoroughly combine herbs and spices. Sprinkle both sides of pork chops. Set aside.
- Drizzle 1 tbs. olive oil into the bottom of a large, non-stick oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once oil is glistening hot, add sliced onions and cook for 8-10 minutes or until softened and lightly browned. Remove to a separate plate.
- Return skillet to medium-high heat and drizzle into it the remaining olive oil, turning the pan to coat the bottom. Brown both sides of chops (approximately 2 minutes per side), but do not cook through. Once browned, remove from heat.
- Top equally with onions and roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes or until cooked through.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 423, Fat 24.8, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 137.3, Sodium 257.6, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.4, Protein 41.9
PORK WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS
Caramelized onions have just a hint of sweetness, which complements the mild flavor of pork tenderloin.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut pork into 1/2-inch slices. Sprinkle both sides of pork with salt and paprika.
- Heat 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook pork in skillet 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until no longer pink in center. Remove pork from skillet; keep warm. Wipe out skillet.
- Heat same skillet over medium-high heat. Cook onion in skillet 1 minute, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in sugar. Cook about 3 minutes longer, stirring frequently, until onion is soft and golden brown. Spoon over pork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use thick-cut pork chops for best results. Thin chops will cook too quickly and become dry.
- Season the pork chops generously with salt and pepper before cooking. This will help to enhance the flavor of the meat.
- Cook the pork chops over medium heat so that they have time to cook through without burning.
- Add the onions to the skillet with the pork chops halfway through the cooking time. This will allow the onions to caramelize and add sweetness to the dish.
- If the onions start to brown too quickly, reduce the heat to low and cook them for a few minutes longer.
- Once the pork chops and onions are cooked through, remove them from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
Conclusion:
Caramelized onion pork chops are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of sweet onions and savory pork is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad.
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