Here’s a simple and flavorful recipe for Slow Cooker Pork Chops that keeps them juicy, tender, and full of flavor.
🍖 Slow Cooker Pork Chops
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth or stock
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Optional: ½ cup sour cream or heavy cream for creamy sauce
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Pork Chops
- Season pork chops with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- Optional: Sear chops in a skillet with olive oil for 2–3 minutes per side to develop extra flavor.
2️⃣ Layer in Slow Cooker
- Place sliced onions and garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Lay pork chops on top.
- Pour chicken broth over everything.
3️⃣ Cook
- Low heat: 6–7 hours
- High heat: 3–4 hours
- Pork chops should be tender and juicy.
4️⃣ Optional Creamy Sauce
- Remove chops and stir in sour cream or heavy cream to the juices.
- Heat until smooth and pour over pork chops when serving.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Mashed potatoes or roasted potatoes
- Steamed vegetables (carrots, green beans, broccoli)
- Rice or quinoa for soaking up sauce
- Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish
💡 Tips for Success
- Don’t overcook pork chops; thickness affects cooking time.
- Searing first adds flavor but is optional if you’re short on time.
- For extra flavor, add apple slices or a splash of cider to the slow cooker.
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