Description
Succulent ranch-seasoned pork chops melt into a luscious sauce that elevates weeknight dinners from mundane to magnificent. Slow-cooker magic delivers tender, flavorful meat you can’t resist savoring with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4–6 pork chops, bone-in or boneless (about 1-inch thick)
Seasoning and Sauce:
- 1 packet (1 ounce / 28 grams) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 can (10.5 ounces / 298 grams) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- ½ cup chicken broth
Spices and Extras:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for searing)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Nestle the pork chops in a single layer at the base of the slow cooker, arranging them to maximize even cooking and sauce coverage.
- Whisk together the ranch seasoning, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a mixing bowl until the mixture transforms into a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Generously cascade the ranch-infused sauce over the pork chops, meticulously coating each piece to ensure maximum flavor penetration.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and initiate the cooking process, selecting low temperature for 6-7 hours or high temperature for 3-4 hours until the meat becomes supremely tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- Gently extract the pork chops from the cooking liquid, taking care to preserve their delicate texture.
- Stir the remaining sauce to incorporate any settled ingredients, creating a rich, velvety consistency.
- Transfer the pork chops to serving plates and drizzle with the luxurious sauce.
- Elevate the presentation by sprinkling freshly chopped parsley or chives across the top, adding a vibrant burst of color and herbaceous aroma.
- Complement the dish with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Choose thick-cut pork chops to prevent drying out during slow cooking, ensuring a juicy and tender result.
- Opt for low-sodium ranch seasoning mix to control salt levels and customize the dish’s flavor profile.
- Consider using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a protein-packed, lower-fat alternative that maintains creamy texture.
- Trim excess fat from pork chops before cooking to reduce greasiness and create a leaner meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 513
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 860 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg