French Onion Pork Chops

0 Preheat oven to 350℉.
1 Season both sides of pork chops with salt and black pepper.
2 Add olive oil to a large cast iron skillet, over medium-high heat.
3 Reduce heat to medium and add pork chops.
4 Cook for about 3 minutes per side, just until golden brown.
5 Remove chops to a plate.
6 Melt the butter in the pan.
7 Add sliced onions and saute until soft. This should take about 5 minutes - stir often.
8 Add the soup and continue to cook, stirring occasionally. for 5 minutes. The onions will be tender and golden brown.
9 Return pork chops to the pan and spoon the onion mixture over the top.
10 Bake at 350F for 20-25 minute or until the inside registers 145F with an instant read thermometer.
11 Top with a slices of provolone cheese.
12 Sprinkle French friend onions over the top.
13 Bake 5 more minutes - just until the cheese melts.
14 Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes.
15 Garnish with parsley or thyme before serving.