Description
Hearty crock pot smothered pork chops deliver pure Southern comfort with rich, caramelized onion gravy that melts in your mouth. Guaranteed to satisfy hungry families, these tender chops promise a delicious meal that brings warmth and joy to dinner tables.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats:
- 4–6 bone-in or boneless pork chops
Soups and Broths:
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 300 grams) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 300 grams) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 packet (1 ounce / 28 grams) onion soup mix
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt (optional, adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Prepare the cooking vessel by applying a thin layer of non-stick spray or butter to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Enhance the pork chops with a robust seasoning blend, generously coating each piece with paprika, freshly ground black pepper, and a subtle salt accent.
- Create a flavorful foundation by spreading a bed of thinly sliced onions and finely chopped garlic across the bottom of the slow cooker, then carefully position the seasoned pork chops on top.
- Craft a rich, luxurious sauce by whisking together cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, onion soup mix, and chicken broth until smooth and well-integrated.
- Delicately pour the sauce over the pork chops, ensuring complete coverage and maximum flavor infusion.
- Secure the lid and allow the slow cooker to work its magic, gently cooking on low heat for 6-7 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours until the meat becomes incredibly tender and reaches a safe internal temperature.
- For those desiring a more substantial sauce, introduce a cornstarch slurry during the final half-hour of cooking to achieve a velvety, thick gravy consistency.
- Present the succulent smothered pork chops alongside creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or vibrant steamed vegetables, generously drizzling the rich, savory sauce over the top.
Notes
- Choose thicker, bone-in pork chops for maximum tenderness and richer flavor, preventing dry meat during slow cooking.
- Avoid overseasoning by using low-sodium chicken broth and onion soup mix to control salt levels for health-conscious diners.
- Create a gluten-free version by substituting cream soups with homemade cashew cream or cornstarch-thickened vegetable broth alternative.
- Pat pork chops completely dry before seasoning to ensure better spice adherence and develop a delectable golden-brown exterior when seared briefly before slow cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 46
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg