Pork Loin with Caramelized Onions
Elevate your dinner table with this mouthwatering Pork Loin with Caramelized Onions, an elegant yet comforting dish that's packed with rich, savory-sweet flavors. Juicy, perfectly seasoned pork loin is seared to a golden crust and then slow-roasted in the oven, nestled in a bed of golden-brown caramelized onions infused with brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, and fresh thyme. The addition of chicken broth creates a luscious pan sauce that enhances every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples like garlic powder and olive oil, this dish is both easy to make and impressively sophisticated. Perfect for special occasions or a hearty family meal, serve it alongside roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a truly unforgettable feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork loin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 large yellow onions
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the pork loin dry with paper towels and season it evenly with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on all sides.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Sear the pork loin on all sides until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes total. Once seared, remove it from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil along with the butter to the skillet.
Peel and thinly slice the onions. Add them to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes until softened.
Sprinkle the brown sugar over the onions and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for another 15-20 minutes until the onions are golden-brown and caramelized.
Deglaze the skillet by adding the balsamic vinegar and scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Pour in the chicken broth, stir, and bring to a simmer. Nestle the seared pork loin back into the skillet, arranging the caramelized onions around and on top of the pork.
Add the fresh thyme sprigs to the skillet, then cover the skillet with a lid or foil.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and cook for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Serve the pork slices topped with the caramelized onions and some of the pan juices. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3030 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.6 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.8 g | 324% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 782 mg | 261% | |
| Sodium | 3647 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.8 g | ||
| Protein | 254.2 g | 508% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 323 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 4780 mg | 102% | |
*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.
