Crock Pot Pork Chop Recipes

Do you have strong feelings about pork chops? For the longest time, I viewed them with skepticism bordering on contempt, a sentiment I blame on the rubbery, dry pork chops of my youth. Here to restore pork chops to a level of culinary favor: moist Crock Pot Pork Chops.

We’ve all been there: dry pork chops are a meal we’ve all suffered through at least once.

It’s not easy to feign enjoyment when your chops require that you grind your knife across the tough, lackluster meat to score a bite.

This slow cooker pork chop recipe changes everything—they’re fork tender and will have everyone at your table polishing their plate (as will these Smothered Pork Chops).

Part of the reason pork chops often turn out dry and tough is that they are a leaner cut and thus easily prone to overcooking.

Unlike fattier cuts of beef or pork (as used for Crockpot Ribs), you can’t leave pork chops to cook all day.

To cook them low and slow, choosing the right type of pork chops for the job is imperative.

1. Preheat oil over medium-high heat. Season pork with salt, pepper, paprika and garlic powder. …
2. Remove pork, add soup and broth to the pan and whisk to release any brown bits in the bottom.
3. Place mushrooms and onions in the bottom of the slow cooker. …
4. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or until pork is tender.

Easy Crock Pot Pork Chops

Easy Crock Pot Pork Chops have only 4 ingredients and hardly any prep time! The pork chops slow cook in a delicious, creamy, savory, sauce you will love.

Prep: 5min

Total: 365min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 313 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 14 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Sodium 1216 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 8 pork chops (thinly sliced)
• 1 envelope Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix
• 10.5 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup
• 10.5 ounces condensed cream of mushroom soup

Instruction:

1. Spray slow cooker with cooking spray. Place pork chops in the slow cooker.
2. Sprinkle ranch dressing powder evenly over the pork chops (front and back).
3. Combine soups in a bowl and stir. Pour evenly over pork chops. Cook on low heat for 6-8 hours (or high heat for about 3-4 hours).
4. Remove pork chops and use the gravy to pour over a side of mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

Crock Pot Pork Chops

The BEST crock pot pork chops with BBQ. Tender, slathered in barbecue sauce, and easy to make, try with bone-in or boneless pork chops.

Prep: 10min

Total: 180min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 of 4, using my homemade BBQ sauce recipe

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 of 4, using my homemade BBQ sauce recipe, calories 565 kcal, Carbohydrate 65 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 16 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Trans Fat 0.2 g, Cholesterol 117 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 48 g, unSaturated Fat 8 g

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds THICK-CUT (1 1/4- to 1 1/2-inch-thick) boneless pork chops or bone-in pork chops*
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups barbecue sauce
• 1 small yellow onion (thinly sliced)
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water to make a slurry)
• Chopped green onion (optional for serving)

Instruction:

1. In a small bowl, stir together the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle on both sides of the pork chops.
2. Lightly coat a 5-quart or larger slow cooker with nonstick spray. Spread a thin layer of BBQ sauce over the bottom, then scatter the onions over the sauce.
3. Add the pork chops, overlapping somewhat as needed.
4. Spoon the remaining sauce over the chops so that each has a nice amount on top. Cover and cook on LOW (1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours for boneless chops and 5 to 6 hours on LOW for bone-in chops).**
5. Remove the pork to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm while you thicken the sauce.
6. Add the slurry to the slow cooker with the remaining sauce.*** Whisk to combine, cover the slow cooker, and set to high. Let cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens, about 45 minutes to 1 hour depending upon your slow cooker.
7. Serve the pork chops hot, topped with the thickened sauce and a sprinkle of green onion.

CROCKPOT GRAVY SMOTHERED PORK CHOPS | Tender Pork Chop Recipe in the Slow Cooker

FAQ

Why are my pork chops tough in the slow cooker?

Can you put raw pork in a slow cooker?

What is the best way to cook pork chops so they are not tough?

1. Opt for Thick-Cut Bone-In Pork Chops. Thin-cut pork chops won’t sear properly in the time it takes to cook them through. …
2. Skip the Brine, but Season Liberally. …
3. Let the Pork Chops Rest. …
4. Sear Pork Chops Over Medium-High Heat. …
5. Baste the Pork Chops. …
6. Let the Pork Chops Rest, Again. …
7. Serve.

What is the best way to cook pork chops to keep them tender?

1. Soaking the chops in a brine.
2. Resting them after cooking.
3. Finishing them in a low oven.
4. Cooling the pan of seared chops by adding a liquid such as cider.
5. Roasting them on top of vegetables so as to protect one side from the intense heat.