These 4-ingredient slow cooker thick-cut bone-in pork chops are exactly the kind of low-effort dinner that saves busy weeknights. You get tender pork, a rich savory sauce, and almost no hands-on work, which is why this kind of recipe is such a staple in so many Midwest kitchens. It is simple, cozy, and dependable—perfect for those days when dinner needs to cook itself while you handle everything else.
Serve these pork chops over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered egg noodles so none of the sauce goes to waste. I also love adding a simple green vegetable on the side like steamed green beans, roasted broccoli, or a crisp salad to round things out and keep the plate from feeling too heavy.
Servings: 4
4 thick-cut bone-in pork chops
1. Lightly coat the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick spray if desired, then place the thick-cut bone-in pork chops in an even layer in the bottom.
2. In a medium bowl, stir together the dry onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, and chicken broth until combined.
3. Pour the mixture over the pork chops, covering them as evenly as possible.
4. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the pork chops are tender and cooked through.
5. Serve hot with plenty of the sauce spooned over the top.
Make the sauce richer: If you like a little more gravy, add an extra splash of chicken broth before cooking. This is especially helpful if you plan to serve the pork chops over potatoes or noodles.
Add mushrooms: A handful of sliced mushrooms can go right into the slow cooker for extra flavor and a heartier sauce. They cook down beautifully and pair really well with the oniony gravy.
Watch the timing: Thick-cut chops hold up best in the slow cooker, while thinner pork chops can dry out more easily. If your chops are especially large, check them closer to the later end of the cooking time so they turn tender without overcooking.
Easy meal prep tip: You can mix the soup, broth, and onion soup mix the night before and keep it covered in the fridge. In the morning, all you have to do is place the pork chops in the slow cooker and pour the mixture over the top.
