Herb-Roasted Pork Chops with Caramelized Onions

Tender pork chops seared to golden perfection and topped with a sweet-savory onion reduction, finished with fresh thyme.

Cuisine: American

Category: Beef

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 4 (1-inch thick) pork chops
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large, thinly sliced yellow onion
• 2 tsp, minced fresh thyme
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear pork chops for 3 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer skillet to oven and roast for 12-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
3. Step 3: While pork cooks, melt 2 tbsp butter in a separate pan over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook for 10 minutes until caramelized and translucent, stirring occasionally.
4. Step 4: Remove pork from oven, tent with foil, and let rest. Add balsamic vinegar and 2 tsp minced thyme to onion pan; cook for 2 minutes until reduced by half and syrupy.
5. Step 5: Slice pork chops, drizzle with onion sauce, and serve immediately.