Smothered Pork Chops

Smothered Pork Chops

This smothered pork chops recipe combines pan-seared pork chops with a rich onion gravy that’s full of flavor. Our entire family can’t get enough of it — it’s one of my best comfort food recipes.

Ingredients :

• 4 5-ounce pork chops , 1-inch thick, preferably bone-in
• 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 3 large white onions , thinly sliced
• 1-2 cloves garlic , minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey , optional
• 1 ½ cups low sodium beef broth

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Season the pork chops with the salt and pepper on both sides.
3. Heat the oil in a large, oven-safe skillet (cast iron works great!) over medium-high heat. Add the pork chops in a single layer and sear for about 3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
4. Add the onions to the skillet and cook for 5-10 minutes, until browned and fragrant.
5. Stir in the garlic, thyme, tomato paste, cumin, and broth. Add the apple cider and honey, if using. Cook for 2 minutes.
6. Return the pork chops to the skillet. Transfer to the oven and bake, uncovered, until the broth is reduced by half, about 45-55 minutes. Alternatively, you can finish cooking on the stove: Reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and cook for about the same amount of time, until pork chops are tender. Pork chops should reach an internal temperature of 145°F.
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