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Comforting Smothered Pork Chops Recipe with Rich Onion Gravy Easy and Perfect

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Juicy pork chops smothered in a rich, silky onion gravy that delivers classic comfort food flavor with simple ingredients and easy preparation.

Ingredients

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  • 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless, 6–8 ounces each)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup (30 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or canola oil
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups (480 ml) chicken broth or stock (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Pat 4 pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Lightly dredge each chop in ¼ cup (30 grams) all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess. (5 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. (2 minutes)
  3. Add pork chops in a single layer without crowding. Cook about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crusty. Transfer chops to a plate and tent loosely with foil to rest. (10 minutes)
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add 2 large thinly sliced yellow onions to the skillet. Stir occasionally, cooking until soft and deep golden brown, about 10-12 minutes. (12 minutes)
  5. Stir in 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the onions, stirring well to coat and cook out the raw flavor for about 2 minutes. (2-3 minutes)
  6. Slowly whisk in 2 cups (480 ml) chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan bottom. Add 2 tablespoons butter, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1 teaspoon fresh thyme. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. The gravy should thicken to a velvety consistency in about 5 minutes. (5 minutes)
  7. Nestle the seared pork chops back into the skillet, spooning some gravy and onions over the top. Cover and simmer gently on low for 10 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F / 63°C). (10 minutes)
  8. Optional: Stir in 2 tablespoons heavy cream just before serving. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. (1 minute)
  9. Spoon the smothered pork chops onto plates with plenty of onion gravy. Serve immediately over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered egg noodles.

Notes

Pat pork chops dry before dredging to help flour stick and create a crust. Use medium-high heat for searing to lock in juices. Slowly caramelize onions for best flavor. Adjust gravy thickness by adding broth or simmering longer. Rest pork chops after searing and after simmering to keep them juicy. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.

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