This French Onion Pork Chops Skillet recipe is made in one skillet with boneless pork chops, and it’s completely Paleo, Whole30, Low Carb, and Gluten Free. The flavors are just totally cozy and delicious, and it’s absolutely perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or entertaining friends.
Making the Recipe
Like so many of my recipes, these boneless pork chops are made in a skillet with just a handful of delicious Paleo and Whole30 ingredients (exactly like my Tuscan Chicken and Sausage & Gnocchi Skillet).
I make it with pre-seasoned pork chops from AdapTable meals, or you can use a quick homemade seasoning blend.
Either way, your whole dinner will be unbelievably yummy and come together SUPER fast… so fast it’s almost suspicious. Except it isn’t at all.
Step by Step
First, heat the oil in a large skillet. As it heats, pat the pork chops with paper towels so they’re dry. Sprinkle on both sides with the seasonings, then add them to the hot pan.
Don’t move the pork chops in the pan as they’re searing, and allow them to brown on each side for about 3 minutes, then set them aside on a plate.
Next, add sliced onions to the same skillet. Lower the heat and cook them low and slow until they’re softened and gooey delicious (it takes a while). Add the garlic, vinegar, and season with salt.
Last, whisk in some coconut cream, broth, and add the pork chops to the skillet again. Bring to a simmer and cook everything together over low heat for another 5-6 minutes or until cooked through.
Note: The time will depend on the thickness of your pork chop. Use a meat thermometer to test the internal temperature once it’s rested.
👉 The internal temperature of a cooked pork chop needs to be 145°F (63°C).
Then just sprinkle with some parsley and serve your pork chops with a spoonful of onions and sauce and whatever green veggie you like!
I like to serve with green beans, but roasted broccoli, roasted potatoes, green beans, lemon garlic asparagus, hasselback potatoes, or just a simple salad would all work well!
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French Onion Pork Chops Skillet (Whole30, Paleo)
Ingredients
French Onion Pork Chops
- 1 lb. boneless pork chops (or use pre-seasoned AdapTable boneless pork chops)
- 3 Tablespoon olive or avocado oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 large white onion
- 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 3/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup coconut cream
Pork Chop Seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoons onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoons salt
- 1/8 teaspoons black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoons crushed red pepper
- 1/8 teaspoons oregano
- 1/8 teaspoons thyme
Serve With
- 4 cups green Beans steamed, roasted, or air fried
- 1 teaspoons fresh parsley
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Brown the Pork Chops
- Heat the oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat the pork chops with some paper towels so they’re dry. Season them generously on both sides with all the seasonings, then add them to the hot pan. Don’t move the pork chops in the pan as they’re searing, and allow them to brown on each side for about 3 minutes, turning just once. Set them aside on a plate.
Cook the Onions
- Meanwhile, thinly slice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Add sliced onions to the same skillet without washing it out. Lower the heat and cook the onions on low heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened completely. Add the garlic and vinegar, season with a little salt, and stir. Saute for another 2-3 minutes.
Simmer & Finish
- Last, stir in the coconut cream and broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Return the pork chops to the skillet.
- Bring to a simmer and cook everything together over low heat for another 5-6 minutes or until the pork chops cooked through (the time will depend on the thickness of your pork chop). Use a meat thermometer to test the internal temperature once it’s rested – it should be 145°F (63°C).
Serve
- Sprinkle with some parsley and serve your pork chops with a spoonful of onions and sauce, and whatever green veggie you like!I like to serve with steamed or roasted green beans, roasted broccoli, roasted potatoes, asparagus, or a simple salad.
Wanna-Be Chef in Texas says
In honor of my friend who is traveling to Paris today, I made this recipe for dinner. First time!
Only little snafu was at the end. Your recipe said to garnish with parsley. I thought…. YES! I have fresh parsley! Ran out onto the porch, cut some and liberally garnished that pork chop…. with mint. Oops. They look sort of the same. 😳 Taste took a bit of an unexpected right turn..… but otherwise, EXCELLENT! Definitely a KEEPER! Thank-you!
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi there, and thank you so much for sharing this review! I’m thrilled you enjoyed the recipe so much, despite that mix-up with the herbs! Lol! -Laura
Emily says
Is there anything I could use instead of coconut cream to reduce calories? My husband is paleo and I’m weight watchers 😆
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi Emily! Yes there is! I’d recommend using unsweetened & unflavored almond milk. It’s very low in calories and fat so it’d work well for WW, while still being Paleo compatible. 🙂 -Laura
David says
awesome! my wife said “they taste like we are at restaurant!”
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi David! I’m so thrilled to hear that your wife enjoyed this recipe so much! Thank you for sharing this kind review. 🙂 -Laura
Tahna says
This was an A+ at our house! My youngest is quite selective, but he managed to rave about the smell while it was cooking, go crazy over how tasty his pork was, AND cleaned his whole plate. My older son is usually not an onion fan, but they were so sweet that he really enjoyed them. I put the leftover onions over the green beans we cooked as a side and took to work for lunch leftovers. Just as good the next day. 🙂
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi Tahna, Thank you so much for this lovely review. I’m thrilled your youngest enjoyed this recipe so much!! That’s always great to hear as a Mom. 🙂 -Laura
Lisa V. says
I made this tonight and it was so delicious!! I added mushrooms to the gravy and served it over rice with a side of green beans. I bookmarked this for my January Whole30 (and I will switch out the rice with cauliflower mash). Sooooo good!! Thank you for this recipe.
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi Lisa! I’m so thrilled to hear you enjoy it! If you’re looking for more recipes for the Jan Whole30, I have a Whole30 meal plan with lots! 🙂 -Laura
Robi says
Wonder if you can make with chicken or turkey cutlets?
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi Robi! That’s a great question. While I haven’t tried it myself, I would think that would work wonderfully! Please let me know how it turns out if you try it. -Laura
Samantha DiGaetano says
This is DELICIOUS!! This may be my new favorite recipe!
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi Samantha! Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m thrilled to hear you enjoyed this recipe so much!! 🙂 -Laura
Christy says
Is there any reason not to use bone-in chops?
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi Christy! You can absolutely use bone-in chops, but that would change the cook time. Use a meat thermometer and test to make sure they’re cooked through to at least 145 F. 🙂 -Laura
Sandra R Wiley says
I made this dish for my family and my husband and I loved it. We used ribeye pork chops and it came out so tender and the onion gravy with it made it perfect. Thank you for the whole30 recipes.
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi Sandra! I’m so thrilled that your family enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing that! -Laura
Angela Allard says
What is coconut cream and where would I find it in a grocery store?
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi Angela! Coconut cream can be found in cans at most grocery stores, or you can buy full fat canned coconut milk and keep it in the refrigerator, then scoop out the thick, creamy part (that’s the cream!). I hope that helps! -Laura
Meg says
This looks great! Did you use pork cutlets or chops? Wondering about thickness…
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi Meg! They’re pork loin chops, about 1 inch in thickness. 🙂 -Laura
Julie says
Yum. Just plain yum.
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi Julie! I’m so glad you think it’s yummy! This is one of my favorites, for sure! -Laura
Kris Ostrander says
What is coconut cream??
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi Kris, It’s the thickest part of the canned coconut milk. You can substitute regular coconut milk too! Go Bills! -Laura
Tay says
Thank you for specifying the coconut cream! That was what I was wondering to.. love this dish!!
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi Tay! I’m so glad it was helpful for you and that you love the recipe!! -Laura
Kristen says
Made this last night and it might be my new favorite dish! It is just such a warm and cozy meal and I will definitely be adding it to my rotation. Thank you for sharing this!!
Cook at Home Mom says
Hi Kristen! Thank you so much for sharing this awesome feedback. I’m over the moon to hear you enjoyed it! -Laura
dave says
These pork chops with a oniony topping is one of my favs
Cook at Home Mom says
Thanks Dave! Mine too. -Laura