Ah, slow cooker pork chops and onions—classic comfort food that’s tender, juicy, and full of flavor with almost no effort. Here’s a foolproof version:
Slow Cooker Pork Chops and Onions
Ingredients (serves 4)
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 2 large onions, sliced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup or cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup sour cream (optional for extra creaminess)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (optional, for browning)
Instructions
- Optional: Brown the pork chops
- Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Brown chops 2–3 minutes per side for extra flavor (not required, but recommended).
- Layer in slow cooker
- Place sliced onions in the bottom.
- Lay pork chops on top.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the sauce
- Pour the cream soup over the pork chops and onions.
- Stir lightly to coat.
- Cook
- Cover and cook on low 6–7 hours or high 3–4 hours until pork is tender and fully cooked (internal temp 145°F / 63°C).
- Optional: Creamy finish
- Stir in sour cream just before serving for extra richness.
- Serve
- Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles, spooning the onions and sauce on top.
Tips
- Flavor boost: Add a splash of white wine or a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the sauce before cooking.
- Vegetables: Toss in carrots or mushrooms for a heartier dish.
- Make-ahead: Assemble the night before and refrigerate; slow cook the next day.
💡 Quick trick: If you like a slightly caramelized onion flavor, sauté the onions lightly before adding them to the slow cooker.
If you want, I can also give a 5-ingredient ultra-easy version that’s ready in the slow cooker with literally no prep other than dumping and seasoning.
Do you want me to do that?
