Nana made this all the time and the house would smell divine!

4 bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)