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Smothered Pork Chops Recipe Easy Homemade Caramelized Onion Mushroom Gravy

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A comforting and easy smothered pork chops recipe featuring juicy pork chops smothered in a rich caramelized onion and mushroom gravy. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners with simple ingredients and a gourmet touch.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (60g), for dredging and thickening the gravy
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil, for searing
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms (225g), sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth (480ml), low-sodium recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • ¼ cup heavy cream or half-and-half (60ml) (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Dredge each chop lightly in flour, shaking off the excess. (About 5 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the pork chops and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown but not cooked through. Remove chops to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm. (10 minutes)
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same pan, then the sliced onions. Cook slowly, stirring often, until the onions turn deep golden brown and sweet-smelling—about 15-20 minutes. Add a splash of broth or water if onions start to stick.
  4. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until softened and browned, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and thyme, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the onion-mushroom mixture, stirring constantly for 2 minutes to cook off the raw flour taste. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping the pan to loosen browned bits. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  6. Return the pork chops to the pan, nestling them into the gravy. Spoon some gravy over the chops. Cover and simmer on low for 10 minutes, or until pork is cooked through (internal temp 145°F / 63°C). If using, stir in cream for a silky finish just before serving.
  7. Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve the pork chops smothered in the luscious onion mushroom gravy.

Notes

Do not crowd the pan when searing pork chops to ensure proper browning. Pat pork dry before seasoning. Caramelize onions slowly for best flavor. If gravy thickens too much, loosen with broth or water. Use gluten-free flour or cornstarch for gluten-free option. Substitute butter and cream for dairy-free version.

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Keywords: smothered pork chops, caramelized onion gravy, mushroom gravy, easy pork chops, comfort food, weeknight dinner, homemade gravy

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