Best 12 Pork With Caramelized Onions Recipes

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Pork with caramelized onions is a classic dish that is both flavorful and easy to make. The combination of sweet, savory, and slightly tangy flavors makes it a popular choice for special occasions or everyday meals. Whether you prefer slow-cooked, roasted, or pan-fried pork, there are countless variations of this dish to suit your taste and cooking style. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for pork with caramelized onions, providing you with a range of options to choose from. From traditional preparations to modern twists, we aim to help you find the perfect recipe that will satisfy your cravings and impress your family and friends.

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PORK WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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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

1 pork tenderloin (about 1 lb)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 large onion, thinly sliced (2 cups)
1/4 teaspoon sugar

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

PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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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

1/4 cup Land O Lakes® Butter
4 (1/2-inch thick) pork chops
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarse ground pepper
3 medium onions, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary *
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh garlic

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



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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

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 (4 ounce) pork loin chops, 1/2 inch thick
3 teaspoons seasoning salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 onion, cut into strips
1 cup water

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 PORK



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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

1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

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

THICK CUT MUSTARD MARINATED PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED RED ONIONS



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Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (10 to 12-ounce) bone-in pork chops, cut 1-inch thick
1/4 cup olive oil
2 to 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Leaves from a few sprigs fresh thyme
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium red onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Chops: Toss the chops with remaining ingredients and let marinate 1 hour or up to overnight covered in the refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before cooking.
  • Onions: Heat a large 2 burner griddle pan over medium heat for 5 minutes until smoking hot. Cook pork until nicely browned on both sides, about 5 to 6 minutes on each side. While the chops are finishing, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large, skillet. Add onions and cook for about 4 minutes. Then drizzle onions with honey and balsamic and cook until softened and lightly caramelized, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve chops with little heap of onions.

CARAMELIZED ONION SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS



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Perfectly cooked pork chops are browned and smothered with caramelized onions then pan-roasted in the oven.

Provided by Gene Gerrard

Categories     Dinner     Entree

Time 6h45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups water
1/4 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon brown sugar, packed, divided
1 large fresh sprig rosemary, plus 1 tablespoon minced
2 cups ice water
4 bone-in pork chops
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 large yellow onions, or Vidalia onions
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil

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

SLOW COOKER PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND PEAS



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Tender pork chops cooked in the slow cooker with caramelized onions, peas, and cider. Serve on a bed of mashed potatoes.

Provided by Samantha's Supper

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes

Time 8h32m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pork chops
4 large onions, sliced
1 clove garlic, crushed
2 pinches white sugar
¾ cup hard apple cider
salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons frozen baby peas, not thawed
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook pork chops until browned on all sides, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer to the slow cooker.
  • Cook onions in the same skillet over medium-low heat until soft and browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add garlic and sugar; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Add cider and bring to a boil. Pour mixture over pork chops in the slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low until pork chops are tender, about 7 1/2 hours. Stir in peas; cook until tender, about 30 minutes more.
  • Transfer pork chops to a serving plate. Add butter to the sauce in the slow cooker; stir until melted. Pour sauce over pork chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Cholesterol 53.5 mg, Fat 27 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 186.2 mg, Sugar 20.5 g

CIDER-BRAISED PORK SHOULDER WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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Categories     Onion     Pork     Braise     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dinner     Fall     Winter     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (3- to 4-lb) bone-in fresh pork shoulder half (preferably arm picnic)
2 garlic cloves, cut into slivers
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 lb onions (5 or 6 medium), halved lengthwise, then cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
3/4 cup unfiltered apple cider

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Score fat and any skin on pork in a crosshatch pattern. Make slits all over meat with a small sharp knife and insert a garlic sliver in each slit. Pat pork dry and season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in a 4- to 5-quart ovenproof heavy pot over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then brown meat on all sides, turning occasionally with the aid of tongs and a carving fork, about 8 minutes. Transfer pork to a plate.
  • Add onions to pot and sauté over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until softened and starting to turn golden, about 5 minutes. Add 3/4 teaspoon salt and sauté, stirring occasionally, until onions are golden and caramelized, 8 to 10 minutes more.
  • Stir in cider and return pork to pot.
  • Cover pot with a tight-fitting lid and braise pork in middle of oven until very tender, 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
  • Transfer pork to a serving dish with the aid of tongs and carving fork. Boil cooking juices with onions until mixture is reduced to about 2 cups, 2 to 3 minutes, then season with salt and pepper and serve with pork.

PORK LOIN WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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We love onions and caramelized is one of our favorite ways to have onions with meat! This recipe was out of Taste of Home magazine and instantly became a hit with my family! I hope you enjoy it as well.

Provided by Dine Dish

Categories     Pork

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 (1 lb) pork tenderloin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

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 13 x 9 x 2 baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Top with onion mixture.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.

ROAST RACK OF PORK WITH CARAMELIZED MAPLE ONIONS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (2-pound) pork rack with 4 bones attached
Salt and black pepper
2 ounces olive oil
3 yellow onions, sliced
1-inch fresh ginger, crushed
1/2 stick cinnamon
1 star anise
3 tablespoons sweet butter
4 tablespoons maple sugar
3 1/3 cups apple cider

Steps:

  • Season both sides of rack with salt and pepper 20 minutes before cooking. Sear in heavy saute pan with olive oil until rack is well caramelized. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In same pan, add sliced onions, ginger, cinnamon, star anise and butter. Slowly cook until onions are well caramelized. Add maple sugar and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Deglaze with cider, adjust salt and pepper to taste and reduce until a glaze forms. Completely cover rack with half of onion compote. Transfer to roasting pan and place in oven. Cook at 20 minutes per pound or until internal temperature is 150 degrees F. Halfway through cooking time, pour over remaining half of onion compote. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Discard the cinnamon stick and star anise.

BALSAMIC GLAZED PORK WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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My market had a sale on boneless, country style pork ribs so I stocked up. Not wanting to baste with a tradiditional tomato barbeque sauce, I became bold and made this up as I went along. The end result was very tasty indeed. You could use boneless chicken breasts or boneless pork chops in place of the ribs.

Provided by yooper

Categories     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 -1 1/2 lb country-style boneless pork ribs
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped into medium dice
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon dried garlic powder (see Note)
salt and pepper
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup white wine

Steps:

  • *Note-You could use chopped fresh garlic in place of the dried powder, but I wouldn't add it until the the last ten minutes or so.
  • I'm thinking the garlic may burn if you add it at the beginning and would ruin the dish.
  • Combine all dry spice ingredients.
  • Sprinkle on both sides of the ribs, rub into meat surface.
  • Let stand at room temperature for 1/2 hour.
  • In a large skillet, add the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium-high heat.
  • When the butter has melted, add the ribs.
  • Cook for approximately 5 minutes, and then turn over and sear the other side.
  • You want to get a nice crust from the spices on each side.
  • Add the chopped onion.
  • Cook for approximately five more minutes, stirring the onions until they become tender and are starting to brown.
  • Pour the balsamic vinegar over everything in the skillet.
  • Turn the heat down to medium-low and cover the skillet.
  • Cook for approximately 10-15 minutes more, depending on the thickness of the meat.
  • Occasionally stir the onions and turn the meat.
  • You want to really caramelize the onions, until they become slightly charred.
  • They take on a lovely, sweet and smoky flavor.
  • Test your meat to ensure that it's cooked through by inserting a meat thermometer in the center.
  • Temperature should be 170 degrees.
  • Remove the pork and onions to a platter.
  • Turn the heat up to medium-high.
  • Add the wine to the skillet.
  • Stir up the browned bits in the skillet with a wooden spoon.
  • Cook until the wine is reduced by about half, five minutes.
  • Take the skillet off of the heat, and add 1 tablespoon butter.
  • Stir the sauce until the butter has melted, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the sauce over the pork ribs and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.4, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 106.8, Sodium 162.1, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 1, Sugar 5.3, Protein 24.3

GINGER PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS



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I created this recipe in my kitchen as a way to add a little Asian flavor to my pork chops. The caramelized onions were an afterthought, but I think they add a nice touch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2/3 cup water
2/3 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 bone-in pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 7 ounces each)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
CARAMALIZED ONIONS:
2 large sweet onions, sliced and separated into rings
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 cup ginger ale or chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Pour half the marinade in a large resealable plastic bag. Add pork chops; seal bag and refrigerate for 2 hours, turning once. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Discard marinade from pork. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook pork chops in oil for 3 minutes per side or until golden brown. Add reserved marinade; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Remove chops from skillet; set aside and keep warm. , Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and clear. , Meanwhile, toss onions in oil in a large skillet. Cover and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Uncover; cook and stir for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Stir in the ginger ale, salt and cayenne; cook 5 minutes longer. Top each chop with caramelized onions and serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality pork chops. Look for chops that are thick and juicy, with a good amount of marbling.
  • Don't overcook the pork chops! Overcooked pork is tough and dry. Cook the chops over medium heat until they are just cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  • To make the caramelized onions, use a heavy-bottomed skillet and cook the onions over low heat for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the onions to caramelize slowly and develop a deep, rich flavor.
  • If you don't have time to caramelize the onions, you can use a jar of store-bought caramelized onions. Just be sure to heat them through before serving.
  • Serve the pork chops with the caramelized onions and your favorite sides. Some good options include mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad.

Conclusion:

Pork with caramelized onions is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The pork chops are juicy and flavorful, and the caramelized onions add a sweet and savory flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. This dish is also very versatile, so you can serve it with a variety of sides. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a dinner party, pork with caramelized onions is a great choice.

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