3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Pork Chops

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3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Pork Chops

(Fall-Apart Tender • Deep Flavor • Minimal Effort)

These slow-cooked pork chops are unbelievably tender and rich, made with just three simple ingredients. Perfect for busy days, family dinners, or when you want maximum flavor with minimal work.

 Time

  • Prep: 5 minutes

  • Cook: 4–6 hours (LOW) or 2–3 hours (HIGH)

  • Total: Hands-off cooking

Servings

  • 4 servings

 Ingredients (3 Main Ingredients)

  • 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (¾–1 inch thick)

  • 1 packet (1 oz / 28 g) dry onion soup mix

  • 1 can (10.5 oz / 300 g) cream of mushroom soup

Optional (highly recommended)

  • ½ cup chicken or beef broth (extra juiciness)

  • Black pepper or paprika (to taste)

  • Fresh parsley for garnish

 Instructions

  1. Lightly grease the slow cooker.

  2. Place raw pork chops in the bottom (overlap slightly if needed).

  3. Sprinkle onion soup mix evenly over the chops.

  4. Spread cream of mushroom soup on top.

    • Add broth if you want more sauce.

  5. Cover and cook:

    • LOW: 5–6 hours (best tenderness)

    • HIGH: 2–3 hours

  6. Serve hot with sauce spooned over the pork.

Description

Slow cooking breaks down the pork fibers, creating buttery-soft meat infused with savory onion flavor and a creamy, rich sauce. No browning required—just layer, cook, and enjoy.

 Notes

  • Bone-in chops stay juicier but both work well.

  • Sauce thickens naturally as it cooks.

  • This recipe is salt-forward, so avoid adding extra salt.

Tips for Best Results

  • 🥩 Use thicker pork chops to avoid drying out

  • ⏱️ Cook on LOW for best texture

  • 🔥 For color, sear chops 1–2 minutes per side before slow cooking

  • 🥔 Add potatoes or carrots underneath for a full meal

  • 🥄 Stir sauce halfway if chops are fully submerged

 Nutritional Information (per serving, approx.)

  • Calories: 320 kcal

  • Protein: 29 g

  • Fat: 20 g

  • Carbohydrates: 6 g

  • Sodium: ~720 mg

(Values vary by soup brand and chop size)

 Benefits

  • High-protein, satisfying meal

  • Budget-friendly ingredients

  • Minimal prep, no babysitting

  • Great for meal prep and leftovers

  • Comfort food that feels homemade

Q & A

Q: Can I use frozen pork chops?
A: Yes, but add 30–45 minutes and ensure they reach safe temperature.

Q: Can I substitute the soup?
A: Yes—cream of chicken or cream of celery works great.

Q: Will this shred easily?
A: Absolutely. Cook on LOW and it’ll fall apart with a fork.

Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Refrigerate up to 3 days or freeze for 2 months.

Q: What should I serve with this?
A: Mashed potatoes, rice, egg noodles, or buttered veggies.

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