When you need a dependable dinner that asks almost nothing of you, this slow cooker pork chop recipe earns a regular spot in the rotation. It leans on a handful of pantry and refrigerator staples—bone-in pork chops, butter, ranch seasoning, cream of chicken soup, and broth—to create a rich, savory supper with very little prep. Ranch seasoning brings a familiar blend of herbs, garlic, and onion that seasons the meat all the way through while the slow cooker does the heavy lifting.
Serve these tender pork chops over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered egg noodles so none of the creamy sauce goes to waste. A simple green vegetable like steamed broccoli, green beans, or roasted Brussels sprouts balances the richness nicely, and a crisp side salad or warm dinner rolls round out the plate for a complete family meal.
Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient Butter Smothered Pork Chops
Servings: 4
Ingredients
4 bone-in pork chops, about 3/4 to 1 inch thick
1 stick butter
1 packet ranch seasoning mix, about 1 ounce
1 can cream of chicken soup, 10.5 ounces
1/2 cup chicken broth
Directions
1. Lightly coat the slow cooker insert if desired for easier cleanup. Arrange the bone-in pork chops in an even layer in the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning evenly over the pork chops. Spoon the cream of chicken soup over the top, then pour in the chicken broth around the sides.
3. Place the stick of butter on top. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours, until the pork chops are tender and cooked through.
4. Once cooked, spoon some of the buttery sauce over the pork chops. If you like, gently stir the sauce around the edges to combine it smoothly before serving.
5. Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles, and spoon plenty of sauce over each portion.
Variations & Tips
Use thicker chops: Thicker bone-in pork chops hold up especially well in the slow cooker and are less likely to dry out. If your chops are on the thin side, start checking for doneness a little early.
Make the sauce smoother: For a more uniform gravy-like finish, whisk the cream of chicken soup and broth together before pouring them over the pork chops. This helps the sauce come together faster as it cooks.
Try a mushroom version: Swap the cream of chicken soup for cream of mushroom soup if you want a deeper, earthier flavor that pairs well with rice or egg noodles.
Add a little color: A sprinkle of chopped parsley over the finished dish brightens the rich sauce and makes the plate look more polished without changing the flavor much.
Hold the salt until the end: Ranch seasoning and condensed soup already bring plenty of seasoning, so it is best to taste the sauce after cooking before adding any extra salt.