Pork chops are a versatile and delicious cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. In this article, we'll share two flavorful recipes for pork chops: one with wild mushrooms and caramelized onions, and another with a tangy apricot glaze. Both recipes are easy to follow and perfect for a weeknight meal. We'll also provide a few tips for choosing the best pork chops and cooking them to perfection. So whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out, read on for some inspiration for your next pork chop dinner!
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PORK CHOPS WITH MUSHROOMS AND ONIONS
The classic pork chop with mushroom gravy but without using canned soup. Serve with rice or potatoes.
Provided by Aimee Brickner
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes Pan Fried
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Trim fat off pork chops and season generously with seasoning salt.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add pork chops and cook until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer pork chops to a plate.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Add mushrooms, onion, and butter; simmer for 5 minutes. Transfer 2 tablespoons of sauce to a small bowl.
- Add flour to the sauce in the bowl and mix with a fork until no lumps remain. Pour slurry back into the skillet and stir until combined with the sauce.
- Return pork chops to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove lid and continue cooking until gravy has reached desired thickness and pork chops are no longer pink in the center. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). For a thicker gravy, mix in more flour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Cholesterol 81.3 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 25.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 783.9 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONION-MUSHROOM SAUCE
Lip-smackin'-good. Crock-pot-easy. Diner-pleaser. Nice presentation. Is there anything better? NAAAAAAAH. Caroline's note: Lots of people don't use Bay Leaf; however, it adds tremendously to this dish; just don't forget to take it out before serving.
Provided by Caroline Cooks
Categories Pork
Time 8h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Season chops with flour, salt and pepper.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in cast iron skillet over medium-high heat; sauté chops until golden brown.
- Remove.
- Add onions and lightly brown.
- Remove.
- Add 1 tablespoons unsalted butter; when melted, add mushrooms. Remove and de-glaze skillet with 1/3 cup beef broth or wine, if preferred.
- Pour remaining beef broth into crock pot.
- Add sauce from skillet, Worcestershire and spices; add chops, onions and mushrooms.
- Cover and cook on LOW heat setting for 7-8 hours, until very tender.
- EXTRACT BAY LEAF.
- Turn temperature to HIGH; add 1 tablespoons butter.
- Mix cornstarch with Half and Half.
- Whisk to blend well. Add to crock pot and whisk.
- Cook for an additional 15-20 minutes(depending on sauce thickness preferred).
- Serve over cooked rice.
PORK CHOPS WITH CARAMELIZED ONION MASHED POTATOES
Nothing says home to me more than pork chops and mashed potatoes. My mom always made these with the thick-cut boneless loin chops, but when I have to pay for them, it's the variety pack of thinner cut bone-in chops that always seem to be on sale. The good news is they cook faster and because of the gravy they don't get dried out.
Yield serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Peel the onions, cut them in half, and thinly slice. Place 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat and add the onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, peel the potatoes and cut into chunks. Place the potatoes in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and add the salt. Bring to a boil and then simmer over medium heat for 20 minutes, or until a fork slides easily into the potatoes.
- While the potatoes are cooking, remove the onions from the pan and set aside. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan and add the pork chops. Season the chops with salt and pepper and cook over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until lightly browned. Place the beef bouillon and flour in a small bowl and slowly stir in the water a little at a time until all of the water is incorporated and the mixture is smooth. (If you put all the water in at once the flour will get lumpy and your gravy will never get smooth.) Add the mixture to the pan and stir well. Stir in half of the caramelized onions, cover, and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and add the milk and butter to the pan. Cook over high heat for 2 to 3 minutes, until the milk comes to a boil. Remove the pan from the heat and mash the potatoes with a fork until fairly smooth. Stir in the remaining caramelized onions and season with salt and pepper.
- Place a pork chop and some of the mashed potatoes on each plate and top with some of the gravy.
- Boneless pork loin chops can cost over $4 per pound, but whole or half pork loins often go on sale for under $2 per pound. They are boneless so they are easy to cut into chops and you can make them any thickness you want. You can put as many as you want in a resealable bag and freeze them for later use.
EASY CARAMELIZED ONION PORK CHOPS
Caramelized onions give the flavor to these easy to make pork chops - yummy! Great with parsley potatoes!
Provided by Pamela Newland
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Chop Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Rub chops with 2 teaspoons seasoning salt and 1 teaspoon pepper, or to taste.
- In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown pork chops on each side. Add the onions and water to the pan. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Turn chops over, and add remaining salt and pepper. Cover, and cook until water evaporates and onions turn light to medium brown. Remove chops from pan, and serve with onions on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 691.5 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
PORK CHOPS SMOTHERED IN CARAMELIZED ONIONS
I created this dish for my husband, as he loves the flavor of deeply caramelized onions. It was a big hit and is sure to become one of our regular meals. I served it with homemade applesauce and skillet country potatoes. Yummm!
Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Season both sides of pork chops with garlic powder, sage, thyme, salt and pepper.
- Melt 2 tbs. butter in a large skillet over medium heat, evenly coating the bottom of the skillet.
- Increase heat to medium-high. Cook both sides of chops for 10-15 minutes until lightly browned. (Note: It is okay if the chops are not completely done, as there is more cooking time to come.).
- Push chops to outside edges of skillet. Melt the remaining 1 tbs. butter in the center of the skillet and add onions to the center of the skillet, sprinkling with sugar.
- Replace skillet cover and cook for 10 minutes, frequently tossing and stirring onions with a spatula. Onions are caramelized when tender and medium-brown in color. My husband prefers cooking them until slightly burned, as the flavor intensifies. (Note: Don't forget to watch your chops to make sure they don't burn.).
- Check chops for doneness before serving. They will be done when a fork piercing the thickest part of the chop draws clear juice. If the juice is pink, cook chops a bit longer until done. (Note: Make sure to watch onions, so they don't burn.).
- Serve pork chops with caramelized onions piled on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.8, Fat 30.2, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 169.8, Sodium 535.4, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 7.6, Protein 41.1
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, wild mushrooms. If you can't find them, you can substitute dried mushrooms, but be sure to rehydrate them before using.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the mushrooms. They should have enough space to brown properly.
- Be patient when caramelizing the onions. It takes time to get them nice and golden brown.
- Season the pork chops generously with salt and pepper before cooking. This will help them develop a nice crust.
- Cook the pork chops over medium-high heat so that they get a good sear. Then, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook them until they are cooked through.
- Serve the pork chops with the wild mushrooms, caramelized onions, and a simple sauce made from the pan drippings.
Conclusion:
This recipe for pork chops with wild mushrooms and caramelized onions is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The pork chops are tender and juicy, the mushrooms are earthy and flavorful, and the caramelized onions are sweet and tangy. The combination of flavors is simply irresistible. So next time you're looking for a special meal to impress your friends or family, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.
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