Savory Herb-Smoked Pork Chops with Onion Gravy

Juicy pork chops coated in smoked paprika and thyme, served with a rich onion gravy that elevates this weeknight favorite.

Cuisine: American

Category: Quick Meals

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in (1 inch thick) pork chops
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 4 bone-in pork chops dry, then rub with 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and cook for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 145°F. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
3. Step 3: Add 1 thinly sliced large onion to the skillet and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes until softened. Sprinkle 2 tbsp flour over onions and stir for 1 minute to form a paste. Gradually whisk in 1 cup chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up browned bits.
4. Step 4: Cook for 3 minutes until gravy thickens, then stir in 2 tbsp heavy cream. Return pork chops to skillet, spooning gravy over them, and heat for 2 minutes until warmed through.