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Smothered Pork Chops Recipe Easy Homemade Caramelized Onion Mushroom Gravy

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Tender pork chops smothered in a rich caramelized onion mushroom gravy, delivering comforting, hearty flavors perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless, 6 to 8 ounces each)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (60 grams) for dredging
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth (480 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • ¼ cup heavy cream or half-and-half (60 ml), optional
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Dredge each chop in flour, shaking off excess. (About 10 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear pork chops until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside. (10 minutes)
  3. Lower heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Once melted, add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Stir frequently as onions caramelize and turn golden, about 15–20 minutes. Add a splash of water if onions stick. (20 minutes)
  4. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until moisture evaporates and mushrooms brown, about 6–8 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. (8 minutes)
  5. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon flour over onion-mushroom mixture and stir to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes to remove raw flour taste. Slowly pour in chicken broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Add Worcestershire sauce and thyme. Simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. (7 minutes)
  6. Nestle seared pork chops back into skillet, spoon gravy over them, reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer gently until pork chops are cooked through and tender, about 12–15 minutes. Add broth if gravy thickens too much. (15 minutes)
  7. Remove lid, stir in heavy cream if using, and simmer uncovered for 2 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. (3 minutes)

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to check doneness at 145°F (63°C). Let pork chops rest in gravy off heat for 5 minutes to keep juicy. For thicker gravy, remove chops and boil sauce longer. Avoid overcrowding pan when searing to develop a good crust. Slow caramelization of onions is key for flavor. Substitute almond flour for gluten-free, coconut cream for dairy-free. Reheat gently on stove with splash of broth to loosen gravy.

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