Pork chops with caramelized onion sauce

Ingredients:

• 4 pork chops (bone-in)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar or white wine
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
• Fresh herbs (such as parsley or thyme) for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pork Chops:

• Season the pork chops generously with salt and pepper on both sides.

1. Sear the Pork Chops:

• Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Once the oil is hot, add the pork chops and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set them aside.

1. Cook the Onions and Garlic:

• In the same skillet, add the sliced onions. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and start to caramelize.
• Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

1. Make the Sauce:

• Pour in the chicken broth and apple cider vinegar (or white wine). Stir well, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.
• Stir in the Dijon mustard and honey (or brown sugar), and bring the mixture to a simmer.

1. Simmer the Pork Chops:

• Return the pork chops to the skillet, nestling them into the onion mixture.
• Cover the skillet and let the pork chops simmer in the sauce for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and tender.

1. Finish and Serve:

• Once the pork chops are cooked, remove them from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
• Continue to simmer the sauce until it thickens slightly, if needed.
• Spoon the sauce and onions over the pork chops and garnish with fresh herbs.

Enjoy!