Crockpot Pork Chops with Potatoes and Green Beans

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Crockpot Pork Chops with Potatoes and Green Beans

A one-pot slow cooker dinner that delivers tender pork chops, buttery potatoes, and perfectly seasoned green beans. Minimal prep, maximum flavor!

Description

This crockpot pork chop recipe is a classic set-it-and-forget-it meal. Everything cooks together in one slow cooker, creating a hearty, well-balanced dinner with protein, vegetables, and satisfying comfort flavors. Ideal for weeknights, meal prep, or family gatherings.

Prep & Cook Time

  • Prep time: 10 minutes

  • Cook time: 6–7 hours (LOW) or 3–4 hours (HIGH)

Servings

Serves 4 people

 Ingredients

  • 4 boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)

  • 1½ lbs baby potatoes, halved

  • 12 oz fresh green beans, trimmed

  • 1 cup cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)

  • ½ cup chicken broth

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • ½ tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • Optional: 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce or Dijon mustard

 Instructions

  1. Prepare the pork chops
    Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

  2. Layer the crockpot

    • Add potatoes to the bottom of the slow cooker.

    • Drizzle with olive oil and lightly season.

    • Place pork chops on top.

    • Add green beans around the pork.

  3. Make the sauce
    In a bowl, whisk cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, and optional Worcestershire or Dijon.

  4. Pour & cook
    Pour sauce over pork chops. Cover and cook:

    • LOW: 6–7 hours

    • HIGH: 3–4 hours

  5. Serve
    Spoon extra sauce over pork and vegetables before serving.

 Tips for Best Results

  • Use thick pork chops to avoid dryness

  • Do not overcook on HIGH

  • Add green beans during the last 1–2 hours if you prefer them firmer

  • Swap potatoes for sweet potatoes for a healthier twist

  • Lighten the recipe using low-sodium soup

 Nutritional Information (Approx. per serving)

  • Calories: ~420 kcal

  • Protein: ~35 g

  • Carbohydrates: ~28 g

  • Fat: ~18 g

  • Fiber: ~4 g

  • Sodium: varies (use low-sodium soup for control)

 Health Benefits

✔ High-protein meal for muscle support
✔ Balanced carbs for energy
✔ One-pot cooking reduces added fats
✔ Customizable for lower sodium or low-carb diets
✔ Great for portion control Q & A

Q: Can I use bone-in pork chops?
Yes! They add flavor but may need 30–45 extra minutes on LOW.

Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes—use dairy-free condensed soup or replace with broth + cornstarch slurry.

Q: Can I add other vegetables?
Absolutely—carrots, mushrooms, or onions work great.

Q: Can I freeze leftovers?
Yes. Store in airtight containers for up to 2 months.

Q: Is this recipe diabetic-friendly?
Yes, with portion control and low-sodium soup; swap potatoes for cauliflower if needed.

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