Crockpot Ranch Pork Chops
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
6 hrs
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Total Time
6 hrs 5 mins
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Servings
4 -5
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Calories
392 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Crockpot Ranch Pork Chops
Description
The recipe "Crockpot Ranch Pork Chops" focuses on boneless pork chops cooked gently in a crockpot with butter and ranch seasoning mix. This combination results in chops that are tender and subtly flavored with characteristic ranch herbs and spices. The butter provides richness and moisture, complementing the pork during slow cooking. Once done, the sauce formed from the melting butter and seasoning can be ladled over the meat and vegetables, enhancing the meal's components.
Cooking times vary from 6 to 8 hours on low or 3 to 4 hours on high allowing flexibility depending on schedule. The simple ingredient list and minimal steps make this method practical for straightforward home cooking. This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes to complete the plate.
Because the recipe relies mainly on the ranch seasoning mix and butter for flavor, ensuring fresh ranch mix will yield the best results. Serving the pork chops with the buttery sauce spooned over can help keep the meat moist and add extra flavor to sides. Leftovers can be reheated gently to maintain tenderness.
Ingredients
- 4-6 pork chops boneless
- 1 tick butter (or margarine)
- 1 package ranch seasoning mix
Instructions
- Place the pork chops in the crock pot.
- Place the butter on top and sprinkle the ranch mix packet on top.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
- Once cooked, serve. You can even spoon the buttery sauce over the pork chops and over your veggies when serving.
Notes
- Butter adds moisture and richness during slow cooking.
- Use fresh ranch seasoning mix for best flavor infusion.
- Sp spoon the buttery sauce over pork and vegetables when serving to add flavor.
- Cooking times can be adjusted to crockpot settings (low or high).
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4-5
Amount Per Serving
Calories 392 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 392kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Cholesterol | 149mg | 50% |
| Sodium | 792mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 518mg | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 705IU | 14% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.