There is something mighty comforting about a supper that asks so little of you and still comes out tasting like you fussed half the day. These 5-ingredient slow cooker boneless pork chops are the kind of dependable meal Midwestern home cooks have leaned on for years: practical pantry staples, a trusty crock, and tender meat that turns flavorful and spoon-soft by dinnertime. It is a fine recipe for busy weekdays, cold evenings, or any day when you want a hearty meal without crowding the stove.
These pork chops are especially good served over mashed potatoes, buttered egg noodles, or fluffy white rice so none of that savory sauce goes to waste. For a full plate, add green beans, sweet corn, glazed carrots, or a simple side salad. Warm biscuits or a slice of sandwich bread on the side will make sure every last bit of gravy gets mopped up.
5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Boneless Pork Chops
Servings: 4
Ingredients
4 boneless pork chops, about 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick
Directions
1. Lightly coat the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick spray if desired, then lay the raw boneless pork chops in an even layer in the bottom.
2. In a medium bowl, stir together the ranch seasoning mix, brown gravy mix, onion soup mix, and cream of chicken soup until well combined into a thick sauce.
3. Spoon the sauce evenly over the pork chops, covering the tops as much as possible.
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours or on HIGH for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours, until the pork chops are tender and cooked through.
5. Serve the pork chops hot with plenty of sauce spooned over your favorite side dishes.
Variations & Tips
For a richer gravy: If you like extra sauce for potatoes or noodles, add 1/2 cup chicken broth or water to the slow cooker before cooking. The chops will stay nice and moist, and you will have more savory gravy to pass around the table.
Use the right thickness: Boneless pork chops that are around 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick hold up best in the slow cooker. Very thin chops can cook too quickly and may turn dry before the sauce has time to work its magic.
Make it mushroom-style: Swap the cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom soup if your family enjoys that old-fashioned flavor. It gives the finished dish a deeper, earthy note that pairs beautifully with egg noodles.
Watch your salt: Since ranch mix, gravy mix, and onion soup mix all bring plenty of seasoning, there is usually no need to add extra salt. Taste the sauce after cooking and adjust only if needed.
Add onions if you have them: Though the beauty of this recipe is its short ingredient list, a sliced onion tucked around the chops adds sweetness and homestyle flavor. It is a simple stretch when the pantry is full and supper needs a little something extra.
