Pork Chops with Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these decadent Pork Chops with Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion. Juicy, seared-to-perfection pork chops serve as the base for layers of flavor, featuring tangy crumbled goat cheese and rich, golden caramelized onions infused with a hint of brown sugar and balsamic vinegar. This gourmet-inspired dish combines sophistication and simplicity, coming together in just 45 minutes for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfectly seasoned and adorned with fresh thyme, it’s an ideal centerpiece for a cozy dinner or an impressive meal for entertaining guests. Pair it with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread to soak up the sensational flavors.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 35 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 medium Yellow onions, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
• 4 ounces Goat cheese, crumbled
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and black pepper. Set aside while you prepare the onions.

2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

3. Add the thinly sliced onions to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the oil and butter mixture.

4. Cook the onions for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and golden brown. Add the brown sugar and balsamic vinegar, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until well combined and caramelized. Remove the onions from the skillet and set aside.

5. In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat.

6. Add the pork chops to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown on the outside.

7. Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking the pork chops for another 5-7 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

8. Divide the goat cheese evenly over the top of the pork chops during the last 2 minutes of cooking, allowing the cheese to soften and melt slightly.

9. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and transfer them to serving plates. Top each chop with a generous spoonful of the caramelized onions.

10. Garnish with fresh thyme, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (303.9g)

Calories		525
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		35.3 g	45%
	Saturated Fat	14.6 g	73%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		119 mg	40%
Sodium		744 mg	32%
Total Carbohydrate		7.3 g	3%
	Dietary Fiber	1.2 g	4%
	Total Sugars	4.0 g
Protein		38.9 g	78%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	0%
Calcium		89 mg	7%
Iron		1.5 mg	8%
Potassium		579 mg	12%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1264 cal (63.1%%)

Protein: 621 cal (31.0%%)

Carbs: 118 cal (5.9%%)