Here’s a comforting and easy Slow Cooker Pork Chops recipe that turns out tender and flavorful.
🍖 Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Gravy
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for searing)
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, to thicken gravy)
Instructions
- Optional sear: Heat oil in a skillet and brown the pork chops for 2–3 minutes per side. This adds extra flavor but can be skipped.
- Layer the slow cooker: Place sliced onions and garlic on the bottom. Add pork chops on top.
- Make the sauce: In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, paprika, pepper, salt, and thyme.
- Pour over chops: Cover the pork chops completely with the sauce.
- Cook:
- Low: 6–7 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
- Thicken gravy (optional): Mix cornstarch with water and stir into the slow cooker during the last 15 minutes.
- Serve: Spoon the gravy over the pork chops.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Mashed potatoes
- Rice
- Egg noodles
- Steamed green beans or carrots
💡 Tip: Add sliced mushrooms or potatoes to the slow cooker for a full one-pot meal.
If you want, I can also show you 3 more popular slow cooker pork chop recipes (honey garlic, ranch pork chops, and smothered Southern style).
