Best 5 Pork Chops With Red Onion Confit Recipes

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Sink your teeth into the delectable Pork Chops with Red Onion Confit, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delightful dish features succulent pork chops seared to perfection and smothered in a rich, caramelized red onion confit. Alongside, you'll find recipes for a medley of tempting side dishes to perfectly complement your pork chops. Indulge in the earthy goodness of Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, where crispy bacon and tender sprouts dance in a harmonious blend. For a vibrant touch, whip up the refreshing Orange and Avocado Salad, a symphony of citrusy sweetness and creamy avocado. And to complete your culinary journey, try the velvety Mashed Potatoes with Roasted Garlic, a classic comfort food that never fails to satisfy. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with Pork Chops with Red Onion Confit and its accompanying side dishes – a feast that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PORK CHOPS WITH ONIONS



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This simple dish is a great one to share with friends and family. -Taste of Home

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 bone-in pork loin chops (7 ounces each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 medium sweet onions, sliced and separated into rings
1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, brown pork chops in oil over medium heat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Transfer to an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. , In the drippings, saute onions until tender. Spoon over chops; add broth. Cover and bake at 325° for 10-15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 145°. Remove pork chops and onions; keep warm. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving., In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir in pan juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with pork and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 433mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

THICK CUT MUSTARD MARINATED PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED RED ONIONS



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Provided by Dave Lieberman

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (10 to 12-ounce) bone-in pork chops, cut 1-inch thick
1/4 cup olive oil
2 to 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Leaves from a few sprigs fresh thyme
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 medium red onions, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Chops: Toss the chops with remaining ingredients and let marinate 1 hour or up to overnight covered in the refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before cooking.
  • Onions: Heat a large 2 burner griddle pan over medium heat for 5 minutes until smoking hot. Cook pork until nicely browned on both sides, about 5 to 6 minutes on each side. While the chops are finishing, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large, skillet. Add onions and cook for about 4 minutes. Then drizzle onions with honey and balsamic and cook until softened and lightly caramelized, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve chops with little heap of onions.

PORK CHOPS IN RED SAUCE



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These chops are so tender you cut them with your fork. Whenever I serve them I get ask for the recipe.

Provided by FLIGGY

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Baked

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 center cut pork chops
1 onion, sliced
1 to taste salt and pepper to taste
1 cube beef bouillon
½ cup hot water
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat a large lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat. Brown pork chops on both sides.
  • Place pork chops in a casserole dish and cover with sliced onions. Dissolve bouillon cube in hot water and mix with tomato soup. Pour soup mixture over pork chops.
  • Cover casserole and bake in preheated oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.9 g, Cholesterol 35.5 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 862 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

PORK CONFIT



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Categories     Garlic     Onion     Pork     Winter     Thyme     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 2 1/2 pounds

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 bay leaves, crushed
1 tablespoon coarse kosher salt
2 teaspoons herbes de Provence*
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
4 pounds boneless pork shoulder (Boston butt), cut into 3-inch cubes, fat left intact
2 onions, sliced
8 garlic cloves, peeled
6 fresh thyme sprigs
1 fresh rosemary sprig
Melted lard or olive oil (about 1 quart)

Steps:

  • Combine first 8 ingredients in large bowl. Add pork; turn and rub to coat well. Cover and chill overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 275°F. Place onions, garlic, thyme sprigs, and rosemary sprig in large ovenproof pot. Pat pork dry with paper towels and place atop vegetables in pot. Pour enough melted lard over pork to cover by 1 inch. Cover and place pork in oven. Roast until pork is tender, turning occasionally (keep pork covered with lard at all times), about 4 hours.
  • Using slotted spoon, transfer pork to another large bowl, packing tightly. Strain liquid in pot into 4-cup measuring cup; discard solids in strainer. Allow juices to settle at bottom of cup, about 15 minutes. Carefully pour enough fat from cup over pork in bowl to cover by 1 inch. Pour juices from bottom of cup into resealable plastic freezer bag; seal and freeze to use for making thePork Cassoulet (it's also great as a sauce). Cover and refrigerate pork at least 2 weeks and up to 2 months (keep pork covered with fat).
  • Rewarm pork confit to melt lard. Drain pork before using.
  • *A dried herb mixture available in the spice section of many supermarkets and at specialty foods stores. A combination of dried thyme, basil, savory, and fennel seeds can be substituted.

PORK TENDERLOIN WITH GLAZED RED ONION



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This colorful entree has been a longtime family favorite. I pair it with rice pilaf or orzo to complement the thyme in the pork and the balsamic vinegar in the onions. -Patricia Schmidt of Sterling Heights, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)
RED ONION TOPPING:
4 large red onions, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup dry red wine or chicken broth
1/4 cup raisins
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the thyme, oil, salt and pepper; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes., Meanwhile, saute onions in oil until tender; add the wine, raisins, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, for 45 minutes or until liquid is evaporated. Stir in vinegar and thyme; cook and stir 10 minutes longer to blend flavors. Set aside., Drain and discard marinade. Place pork on a rack coated with cooking spray in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 20-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve with warm red onion topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 461mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right pork chops. Bone-in pork chops will give you more flavor than boneless pork chops, and they will also stay juicier during cooking.
  • Season the pork chops well. Pork chops are a blank canvas for flavor, so don't be afraid to season them generously. Salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good choices.
  • Cook the pork chops over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from drying out.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the pork chops. They are done when they reach an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the pork chops rest before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making them more tender and juicy.
  • Serve the pork chops with a flavorful sauce. A simple pan sauce made with red onion confit is a great option.

Conclusion:

Pork chops are a delicious and versatile cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. With the right tips and techniques, you can easily create a juicy, flavorful pork chop that will be the star of your meal. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give pork chops a try!

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