Crock Pot Ranch Pork Chops
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Crock Pot Ranch Pork Chops
Description
The Crock Pot Ranch Pork Chops combine thick-cut pork chops with a creamy mixture of condensed cream of chicken soup, fresh garlic, dried thyme, ground black pepper, and ranch salad dressing seasoning mix. Cooked slowly in a greased slow cooker, the pork chops absorb the flavors, resulting in a juicy, tender meat infused with the savory, herby ranch sauce. The cornstarch option helps to provide a thicker gravy to spoon over the pork. Cooking times vary based on the pork cut size, ensuring the meat reaches a safe internal temperature of 145°F without overcooking.
Slow cooking allows the flavors to meld gently around the pork, making it suitable for an easy meal that doesn't require much active preparation. The pork can be garnished with fresh chopped parsley or thyme, adding a touch of color and freshness.
This dish can be served as a main course alongside vegetables or starches of choice. Additionally, the recipe includes an alternative method for baking the pork chops in the oven with the same sauce mixture, making it adaptable to different kitchen appliances and preferences.
Careful monitoring of cooking times is suggested for smaller or leaner pork chops to prevent dryness. Adjust seasoning to taste after cooking, and consider using an instant-read thermometer for best doneness.
Ingredients
- 1 (10.5 ounce) condensed cream of chicken soup can
- 1 tablespoon garlic about 3 cloves, fresh, minced or pressed
- ½ teaspoon thyme dried
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 (1 ounce) ranch salad dressing and seasoning mix dry packet
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional but not necessary, use if you prefer a thicker gravy)
- 6 pork chops about 2 - 2 ½ lbs. total, thick-cut, bone-in or boneless are both fine
- parsley or thyme; chopped; optional garnish
Instructions
- Grease the inside of a slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. In the slow cooker, combine condensed soup, garlic, thyme, pepper, Ranch seasoning, and (optional) cornstarch until smooth.
- Season pork chops with pepper on both sides. Place in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours. The pork is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F. Give the gravy a good stir, taste and season with salt and pepper, if desired. Spoon the gravy over the pork chops, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust slow cooker time to 2-3 hours on low for smaller or leaner pork chops to avoid overcooking.
- Oven-bake option: cook pork chops covered with sauce at 325°F for 40-45 minutes until they reach 145°F internally.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure pork is cooked to 145°F for juicy results.
- Optional cornstarch thickens the gravy if desired; add chicken broth or water to thin if it becomes too thick in oven baking.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2308 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/6 of the recipe | |
| Calories | 230.8kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 7.2g | 2% |
| Protein | 28.8g | 58% |
| Fat | 7.7g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1g | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 77.5mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 1489.2mg | 62% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.4g | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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