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Easy Crockpot Pork Chops with Creamy Mushroom Gravy

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Tender, fall-apart pork chops simmered in a rich and creamy mushroom gravy, made effortlessly in the slow cooker. This budget-friendly, kid-approved weeknight dinner requires just 10 minutes of prep and delivers comforting, homemade flavor every time.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops, about 1-inch thick
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 cans (10.5 ounces each) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup milk or half-and-half
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 8 ounces sliced mushrooms (optional)
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Work in batches if needed.
  3. While the pork sears, mix the gravy ingredients together in a small bowl: cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, milk, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and smoked paprika. Whisk until smooth.
  4. If using fresh mushrooms and onions, add them to the skillet after removing the pork. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  5. Place the seared pork chops into the slow cooker in a single layer. Pour the gravy mixture over the top, making sure each chop is well coated. Scatter the sautéed mushrooms and onions over everything.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until the meat is fork-tender.
  7. About 30 minutes before serving, check the gravy. If it seems too thin, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir it into the slow cooker. Let it cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes to thicken.
  8. Taste and adjust seasonings before serving.

Notes

For best results, don’t skip searing the pork chops—it adds deep flavor. Use bone-in chops for more flavor and juiciness. If using thin chops, reduce cooking time by about 1 hour. To thicken gravy, add a cornstarch slurry at the end. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 4 days and freeze well for up to 3 months.

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