Pan Fried Pork with Balsamic Onions
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Pan Fried Pork with Balsamic Onions recipe. Perfectly seared pork chops, seasoned to perfection, are paired with tender caramelized onions coated in a rich, tangy glaze made from balsamic vinegar and a touch of brown sugar. This one-pan recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings while still delivering a restaurant-quality dish. The addition of fresh thyme (optional) adds a fragrant, herbaceous finish that complements the savory-sweet flavor profile. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or buttery mashed potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal that will impress your family or guests. Easy, flavorful, and packed with hearty ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a dinnertime favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Pork chops
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 medium Yellow onions
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel, and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Slice the onions into thin rings and set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the pork chops to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside, tented with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter.
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until they soften and begin to caramelize.
Stir in the balsamic vinegar and brown sugar, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the onions are glossy and the mixture thickens slightly.
If desired, sprinkle fresh thyme over the onions for an added layer of flavor.
Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the balsamic onions over the top. Let them warm together for 2-3 minutes.
Plate the pork chops and serve with a generous portion of the balsamic onions on top. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1859 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.3 g | 188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.6 g | 243% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 362 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 2656 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 102.8 g | 206% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1806 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
