Smothered Pork Chops Crock Pot Recipe

Tender, juicy smothered pork chops made easy in your slow cooker! This recipe, inspired by Judith Finlayson's classic, delivers fall-apart pork chops in a rich, savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is incredibly flavorful and requires minimal effort. Enjoy a comforting, homemade meal without the fuss! **Bonus:** Try it with country-style ribs! (See variation in instructions).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 310 mins
Calories 706.2 kcal
Protein 112g
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Ingredients for Smothered Pork Chops Crock Pot

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How to Make Smothered Pork Chops Crock Pot

  1. In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Dredge pork chops in the mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork chops in batches, about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Set aside.
  3. Transfer the browned pork chops to your slow cooker.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil (if needed) to the same skillet. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly.
  6. Stir in 1 cup chili sauce, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard.
  7. Bring the sauce to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  8. Pour the sauce over the pork chops in the slow cooker.
  9. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or on high for 2-2.5 hours, or until the pork chops are fork-tender. **For Country-Style Ribs Variation:** Broil ribs for 5 minutes per side before adding to the slow cooker. Add 1 tablespoon oil to the skillet and proceed with step 4. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

52g

Fat

53g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Smothered Pork Chops Crock Pot?

Smothered Pork Chops Crock Pot takes about 330 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 310 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Smothered Pork Chops Crock Pot?

Smothered Pork Chops Crock Pot has approximately 706.2 calories per serving, with about 112 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 61 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Smothered Pork Chops Crock Pot?

The key ingredients for Smothered Pork Chops Crock Pot are All Purpose Flour, Salt, Fresh Ground Black Pepper, Pork Loin Chops, Vegetable Oil, Onions. See the full list with measurements above.

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