Smothered Pork Chops

Step 1

Season pork chops with seasoning salt and pepper.

Step 2

Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter is melted.

Step 3

Add pork chops to skillet and sear for 5 minutes per side, until golden brown. If skillet isn't big enough, cook the pork chops in batches.

Step 4

Transfer to a plate and keep covered.

Step 5

Return skillet to heat and add a tablespoon of butter; melt over medium heat.

Step 6

Stir in sliced onions and add a pinch of salt.

Step 7

Cook onions for 12 minutes, or until very soft and caramelized, stirring frequently.

Step 8

Add garlic and fresh thyme; continue to cook for 30 seconds.

Step 9

Pour in chicken broth and using a wooden spoon, scrape up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 10

Whisk in heavy cream and simmer for 1 minute.

Step 11

Return pork chops and all the pork juices to the skillet.

Step 12

Reduce heat to medium-low and continue to cook for 3 more minutes, or until pork is completely cooked through and sauce has thickened.

Step 13

Remove from heat; garnish with parsley and serve.