The Ultimate Crock Pot Pork Chops Recipe (With 5 Mouthwatering Variations)
The secret to tender pork chops every time - and it's totally hands-off! 🔥 You'll never cook them any other way
Course Main
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 6 hourshours
Total Time 6 hourshours15 minutesminutes
Servings 5serves
Author Slow Cooker Society
Ingredients
Basic Ingredients
4bone-in pork chops1-inch thick - trust me, bone-in makes a difference in flavor!
1½cupschicken brothhomemade if you've got it, store-bought works great too
2tablespoonsolive oil
1medium onionsliced into rings
4clovesgarlicminced (or 1 tablespoon pre-minced if you're in a hurry)
2tablespoonsbuttercut into small pieces
1tablespooncornstarchfor thickening the sauce
Fresh herbs for garnishparsley and rosemary sprigs
For the Perfect Golden Sauce
2tablespoonsWorcestershire sauce
1tablespoonDijon mustard
1teaspoonbrown sugarhelps with caramelization
¼cupheavy creamoptional, but makes the sauce extra silky
The Secret Seasoning Mix
1teaspoongarlic powder
1teaspoononion powder
1teaspoonsmoked paprikaregular works too, but smoked adds magic!
1teaspoondried thyme
1teaspoonkosher salt
½teaspoonblack pepper
½teaspoondried rosemary
Instructions
Let's Get Cooking!
Prep Your Seasoning (5 minutes)
Mix all your seasonings in a small bowl. I like to make extra and keep it in a jar for next time!
Season Those Chops (5 minutes)
Pat your pork chops dry with paper towels (this is crucial for a good sear!), then rub them generously with the seasoning mix. Don't be shy - really get it in there!
Optional but Worth It: The Sear (5 minutes)
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Give each pork chop a quick sear, about 2-3 minutes per side. This adds a beautiful color and extra flavor.
Prep the Crock Pot (5 minutes)
Layer your sliced onions at the bottom of the crock pot. This creates a flavor-packed bed for your pork chops.
Layer and Let It Cook
Whisk together chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and brown sugar
Place the pork chops on top of the onions
Add minced garlic around the chops
Pour the liquid mixture over everything
Dot the top with butter pieces
Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours
Perfect That Sauce (15 minutes before serving)
Remove the pork chops and keep them warm
For a silky, golden-brown sauce (just like in the photos):
Whisk cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water
Stir into the cooking liquid
Add heavy cream if using
Cook on high for 10-15 minutes until thickened
Taste and adjust seasonings
The sauce should coat the back of a spoon but still flow beautifully
Serve in Style
Place pork chops on warm plates
Spoon the golden sauce generously over each chop
Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprig of rosemary
Serve immediately with creamy mashed potatoes and your favorite green vegetables
Notes
Pro tip: If you've got fresh herbs on hand, double the amounts and use those instead - they'll make your kitchen smell amazing!