French Onion Pork Chops
French Onion Pork Chops are a one-pan stovetop recipe that includes smothered pork chops and gravy all in one skillet.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 438kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 Tablespoons butter
- 1-2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 onions sliced
- 4 pork chops boneless
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon herbs de Provence optional
- 1 cup beef broth
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese approximately 1 cup
- 1 Tablespoon arrowroot powder
Instructions
- Place half of coconut oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions and saute for 3-4 minutes until translucent, then add 1/2 cup broth and the vinegar.
- Continue cooking for about 10 minutes until onions absorb all liquid.
- Meanwhile, season the pork chops with salt, pepper and optional herbs de Provence.
- Remove onions from skillet and add remaining oil and butter.
- Cook pork chops for 4 minutes per side, until well browned. Add the onions back to the pan.
- Stir arrowroot powder into remaining broth and add to pan.
- Continue cooking until the liquid is reduced by half and turns into a thick gravy.
- Add one slice of mozzarella cheese (or 1/4 cup shredded) to each pork chop. (If it doesn't melt easily, place a lid on the skillet to assist.)
Nutrition
Calories: 438kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 127mg | Sodium: 518mg | Potassium: 634mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 366IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 1mg