Description
Hearty “slow cooker pork chops with mushroom gravy” bring comfort straight from grandma’s kitchen to your dinner table. Tender meat swimming in rich, creamy mushroom sauce promises a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Meat:
- 4 bone-in pork chops
Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces (226 grams) mushrooms, sliced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the pork chops by seasoning them generously with salt and pepper. Sear the meat in a hot skillet with olive oil until each side develops a rich, golden-brown crust, creating a flavorful exterior that seals in the juices.
- Remove the pork chops and use the same skillet to sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until they become aromatic and translucent. Add sliced mushrooms and continue cooking to develop deep, earthy flavors.
- Create the gravy by whisking together chicken broth, heavy cream, cornstarch, thyme, and rosemary in a separate bowl. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the sautéed vegetables and allow it to simmer, gradually thickening into a smooth, velvety sauce.
- Transfer the seared pork chops to the slow cooker and generously pour the mushroom gravy over them, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and let the slow cooker work its magic, transforming the meat into tender, succulent morsels.
- Cook on low heat for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the pork to become incredibly tender. The gravy will develop a rich, complex taste that perfectly complements the meat.
- Once cooking is complete, plate the pork chops and ladle the luxurious mushroom gravy over the top. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish and serve alongside creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy rice.
Notes
- Searing the pork chops before slow cooking creates a delightful golden crust, enhancing the meat’s depth of flavor and locking in essential juices.
- Use thick-cut pork chops for the most tender and succulent results, ensuring they don’t dry out during the long, slow cooking process.
- Replace heavy cream with coconut milk or almond milk for a dairy-free alternative that maintains the gravy’s creamy texture and richness.
- Reduce cooking time by 1-2 hours if using thinner pork chops to prevent overcooking and maintain the meat’s natural tenderness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg