Slow Cooker Ranch Pork Chops

Crowd-pleasing slow cooker ranck pork chops recipe with savory ranch seasoning and delicious gravy with a satisfying creamy texture. Perfect and easy dinner for two!

My original recipe had just pork chops, cream soup, and seasoning, but I decided to elevate it and add more flavors, so my version of the slow cooker ranch pork chops has also heavy cream and both cream of chicken soup and chicken broth.

If you love pork chops, try my Ritz cracker pork chops, oven-baked chops, or these amazing smoked pork chops.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• With just 5 ingredients (not including salt and pepper) and minimal prep, you can make an amazing dinner for two.
• It is one of the amazing crockpot meals to switch things up and use something less besides chicken!
• Dump-and-go crock pot recipe that is effortless to make ahead and perfect for busy days.

Ingredients Notes

You can check the exact quantities on the recipe card.

• Boneless pork chops. You can use fresh or frozen. About 3/4” thick is perfect for slow cooker recipes – it will slow cook to perfection yet stay juicy. Make sure there are no pale or dark spots.
• Condensed cream of chicken soup – just the contents of the can, don’t add water. Easier to buy a can but you can also use homemade cream of mushroom or chicken soup. Any creamy soup will work in a pinch.
• Heavy cream. You can also use sour cream, but in that case, add it just 10 minutes before the end of the cooking time.
• Chicken broth. Low-sodium will be a healthier option or you can always replace it with water.
• Dry ranch dressing mix. You can use either a ranch packet or make homemade ranch dressing.
• Garlic salt and black pepper.

Kitchen Equipment

• 8-quart slow cooker
• Small bowl
• Optional, meat thermometer
• Slow cooker liners – opt.

How To Make Slow Cooker Ranch Pork Chops

1: Lay Pork Chops In The Slow Cooker

1. Spray the cooker insert with cooking oil.
2. Add the pork chops to the bottom of the insert.

2: Make The Sauce Mixture

Combine the canned cream soup, heavy cream, broth, seasoning, garlic salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Whisk well until combined and then pour over the top of the pork chops.

3: Pour The Sauce Over The Pork And Slow Cook

1. Cover and let the pork chops cook on low for 4-5 hours (or on high for 3 hours) until fork tender.
2. I recommend cooking on low, especially if you have a thicker slice.

What Sides Go With Ranch Pork Chops?

Serve with mashed potatoes and some of the gravy drippings on top. You can garnish the meal with some chopped parsley.

If you’re not a potato fan, here are some more options:

• White rice,
• noodles,
• Add veggies: broccoli, green beans, baby carrots, peas, or
• Some salad as a side dish.
• Red potatoes

You can cook potatoes or veggies together with the pork chops too!

Storage

Cool pork chops to room temperature. Store leftover slow-cooker ranch pork chops in an airtight container for 3 days. Reheat with a little bit of chicken broth or milk to adjust the gravy. Crockpot pork chops taste even better the next day!

You can freeze ranch pork chops in a freezer-safe container for up to two months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in a microwave or in the oven at 350 F for 10-15 minutes.

To make pork chops in the slow cooker ahead of time or for the weekly meal prep, load chops and sauce ingredients in a freezer bag and freeze for up to three months. Thaw overnight and cook low and slow for 4-5 hours.

Substitutions & Variations

• You can use 6 pork chops for this recipe instead of 4. You can use bone in chops too but the cooking time will be a bit longer.
• Change meat. You can use boneless skinless chicken breasts.
• Add cream of mushroom soup to enhance the flavors. My original recipe also used cream of celery soup.
• Instead of heavy cream, you can butter cubes. The pork chops will soak all the flavor from the rich butter and it will be delicious.
• Add a little bit of tang with apple cider vinegar or some heat with Dijon mustard and red pepper flakes.
• The easiest way to change up these juicy pork chops with a different type of thick gravy is to use your own favorite creamy ranch sauce.

Popular Questions

Why Are My Pork Chops Tough In The Slow Cooker?

Sometimes, pork chops can become tough in the slow cooker if they are cooked for too long or at too high a temperature. It’s important to cook them low and slow for tenderness and check for the right internal temperature (145F).

Can I Put Raw Pork In A Slow Cooker?

Yes, you can put raw pork in a slow cooker without searing it beforehand! Slow cooking will make sure pork chops are no longer pink. Just make sure the pork reaches a safe internal temperature of 145°F before eating. Thicker cuts may take longer to fully cook. If you want pork chops to cook fate, use an instant pot.

Does Pork Get More Tender The Longer It Cooks In A Slow Cooker?

Usually, pork can get more tender the longer it cooks in a slow cooker, but there’s a limit. If you cook it too long, it might dry out and become tough. Follow the cooking time as instructed.

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