Here’s a foolproof slow cooker pork chops recipe that comes out tender, juicy, and full of flavor every time:
🥩 Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Gravy
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless, about 1 inch thick)
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 small onion (sliced, optional)
- 1–2 tbsp oil (for searing, optional)
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
1. Optional: Sear for Flavor
- Heat oil in a pan and sear pork chops 2–3 minutes per side
- This adds a deeper, richer taste (worth it if you have time)
2. Layer the Slow Cooker
- Add sliced onions to the bottom
- Place pork chops on top
3. Make the Sauce
- Mix together:
- Cream of mushroom soup
- Onion soup mix
- Chicken broth
4. Cook
- Pour sauce over the pork chops
- Cover and cook:
- Low: 6–7 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
How to Serve
- Spoon the rich gravy over:
- Mashed potatoes 🥔
- Rice 🍚
- Egg noodles
Add a side of vegetables like green beans or carrots for a complete meal.
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Use thick pork chops so they don’t dry out
- Don’t overcook—check tenderness near the end
- If gravy is too thin, remove lid for last 20–30 minutes
🔥 Quick 3-Ingredient Version
- Pork chops
- 1 bottle BBQ sauce
- ¼ cup water
Cook on low 6 hours → fall-apart BBQ pork!
If you want, I can show you a one-pot version with potatoes and pork chops together so everything cooks in the same slow cooker—super convenient.