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Slow Cooker Pork Chops are always a family favorite. This bone in version includes a Creamy Herb Sauce that takes it over the top in flavor!
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Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Creamy Herb Sauce

What is it about pork chops that can make a family goes nuts for dinner time? These juicy delicious chops are made with a creamy herb sauce right in the slow cooker for a meal that will have everyone scrambling to get to the table first!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 582kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds bone-in pork loin chops
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 small yellow onion diced (or about 1/4 cup)
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried mustard powder
  • 1/8 or up to 1/4 teaspoon pepper, depending on taste
  • 1 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

Instructions

  • Sprinkle each side of pork chops with thyme, salt, pepper and mustard
  • In large skillet over medium high heat melt butter with olive oil
  • Add onion and garlic and saute for about 2 minutes
  • Move onions and garlic to side of pan and add seasoned pork chops
  • Saute for about 2 minutes on each side until lightly browned
  • Transfer contents of pan to slow cooker
  • Add chicken broth
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4
  • Remove pork chops and cover to keep warm
  • Add cream to slow cooker and whisk
  • To thicken sauce pour into small saucepan and whisk in 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Bring to a boil for 2-3 minutes until thickened to desired consistency
  • Add additional salt and pepper to taste
  • Pour over pork chops and garnish with freeze dried herbs

Notes

  • can also use fresh herbs if desired
  • be sure not to overcook pork when browning
  • be sure to use bone-in chops
  • leftovers will keep up to 3 days in fridge

Nutrition

Calories: 582kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 220mg | Sodium: 765mg | Potassium: 969mg | Vitamin A: 745IU | Vitamin C: 7.9mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1.6mg