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Smothered Pork Chops Recipe with Onion Gravy Easy Juicy Dinner

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A hearty and comforting weeknight dinner featuring juicy bone-in pork chops smothered in rich caramelized onion gravy. This easy skillet recipe delivers tender pork with a thick, flavorful gravy perfect for family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1 inch thick (~2 lbs / 900g)
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced (~300g)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (30g)
  • 2 cups chicken broth (480ml), low-sodium preferred
  • 3 tablespoons butter (45g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Lightly dredge each chop in flour, shaking off the excess.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add pork chops and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chops and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium and add butter to the skillet. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and deep golden brown, about 8–10 minutes. Add minced garlic in the last 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  4. Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons of flour over the onions and stir well. Cook for 1–2 minutes to remove raw flour taste. Slowly pour in chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Scrape up browned bits from the pan. Add dried thyme and stir to combine.
  5. Nestle pork chops back into the skillet and spoon gravy over them. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for about 15 minutes until chops are cooked through and gravy thickens. Add more broth or water if gravy is too thick.
  6. Taste gravy and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles.

Notes

Use bone-in pork chops for juicier, more flavorful meat. Do not skip flour dredging to ensure a good crust and thick gravy. Simmer on low heat to avoid tough meat and separated gravy. Use low-sodium broth to control saltiness. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free flour or cornstarch. For dairy-free, replace butter with olive oil or coconut oil and use dairy-free broth.

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Keywords: smothered pork chops, onion gravy, easy dinner, comfort food, weeknight meal, juicy pork chops

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