If you’re craving a warm, filling, and deeply satisfying meal that practically cooks itself, Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops is exactly what you need. Tender pork chops simmered slowly in rich onion gravy until fork-tender—this is classic comfort food at its finest.
Perfect for busy weeknights, cozy weekends, or family dinners, this slow cooker recipe delivers huge flavor with minimal effort. Just set it, forget it, and come back to a hearty, homemade meal that tastes like you spent all day in the kitchen.
⭐ Why You’ll Love These Crock Pot Pork Chops
- Ultra-tender, fall-apart pork chops
- Rich, savory onion gravy
- Easy dump-and-go slow cooker recipe
- Budget-friendly ingredients
- Perfect for family dinners & meal prep
- Comforting, homestyle flavor everyone loves
This dish pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles and quickly becomes a repeat favorite.
🥩 Ingredients You’ll Need
Main Ingredients:
- 4–6 bone-in or boneless pork chops
- 2 (10.5-oz) cans cream of mushroom soup
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
Optional Add-Ins:
- Sliced mushrooms
- Splash of Worcestershire sauce
- Heavy cream for extra richness
- Fresh parsley for garnish
👩🍳 How to Make Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops
1. Season the Pork Chops
Pat pork chops dry and season both sides with garlic powder, paprika, pepper, and salt.
2. Sauté the Onions (Optional but Recommended)
In a skillet, melt butter and lightly sauté onions until golden. This step adds deeper flavor but may be skipped for convenience.
3. Layer the Slow Cooker
Place pork chops in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add onions and garlic on top.
4. Mix the Gravy
In a bowl, whisk together:
- Cream of mushroom soup
- Onion soup mix
- Broth
- Worcestershire sauce (optional)
Pour evenly over the pork chops.
5. Slow Cook to Perfection
Cover and cook:
- LOW for 6–7 hours, or
- HIGH for 3–4 hours
The pork should be extremely tender and the gravy thick and rich.
6. Serve & Enjoy
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides.
🍽 Best Side Dishes for Smothered Pork Chops
- Creamy mashed potatoes
- White or brown rice
- Buttered egg noodles
- Roasted carrots
- Steamed green beans
- Southern cornbread
- Buttermilk biscuits
The savory gravy is perfect for spooning over every bite.
🔄 Recipe Variations
1. Southern Smothered Pork Chops
Add bell peppers and a splash of hot sauce.
2. Creamy Ranch Pork Chops
Add a packet of ranch seasoning to the gravy.
3. Mushroom Lovers Version
Add 2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms.
4. Low-Carb Version
Serve over cauliflower mash instead of potatoes.
5. Extra-Rich Version
Stir in ¼ cup heavy cream during the last 30 minutes.
🔥 Pro Cooking Tips
- Bone-in pork chops stay juicier than boneless.
- Avoid overcooking on HIGH to prevent dryness.
- Searing pork chops first adds extra depth of flavor.
- Let gravy thicken at the end uncovered if needed.
❄️ Storage & Reheating
Refrigeration:
Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
Freezing:
Freeze for up to 3 months in freezer-safe containers.
Reheating:
Reheat in a skillet over low heat or in the microwave with a splash of broth.
❤️ Why This Recipe Works
Slow cooking allows the pork chops to absorb every ounce of flavor from the onions, broth, and soup mixture. The result is tender meat, rich gravy, and unbeatable comfort-food satisfaction—with barely any hands-on cooking.
✅ Final Thoughts
Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops is the kind of recipe that never goes out of style. It’s warm, filling, flavorful, and unbelievably easy to make. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family, meal-prepping for the week, or simply craving something cozy and homemade, this dish delivers every time.
Once you try it, it’s guaranteed to become part of your regular dinner rotation.
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Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops: The Ultimate Comfort Food Made Easy
Ingredients
• 4 bone-in pork chops (¾–1″ thick), patted dry
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
• 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken or pork broth
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water (slurry, for thickening)
• Optional: ½ cup sliced mushrooms or 1 diced green bell pepper
Instructions
- Season pork chops generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chops 3–4 mins per side until golden (they’ll finish cooking in the crockpot). Transfer to slow cooker.
- In same skillet, sauté onions 5–6 mins until soft and caramelized. Add garlic (and mushrooms/pepper, if using); cook 2 mins more.
- Pour in broth, Worcestershire, Dijon, and thyme; scrape up browned bits. Simmer 1 min. Pour mixture over pork chops in slow cooker. Nestle in bay leaves.
- Cover and cook on LOW 4–5 hours or HIGH 2–2.5 hours, until chops are tender and reach 145°F.
- Remove chops and bay leaves. Stir cornstarch slurry into gravy; cover and cook on HIGH 10–15 mins until thickened and glossy.
- Return chops to gravy to warm through. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or cauliflower mash.
PREP TIME & NUTRITION :
Prep Time: 15 mins, Cook Time: 4 hrs (LOW), Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins, Servings: 4
Calories: 420, Net Carbs: 8g, Fats: 24g, Protein: 38g
✅ Naturally keto & low-carb—pair with veggie sides for a balanced meal.