Craving a comforting, home-style meal that’s both incredibly flavorful and effortlessly easy to prepare? Look no further than Pioneer Woman Pork Chop Recipes, and specifically, her amazing slow cooker version. These tender, boneless pork chops, simmered to perfection in a rich and savory gravy, are destined to become a family favorite. Imagine serving these succulent chops over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes for the ultimate comfort food experience. If you’re a fan of Ree Drummond and her delightful cooking, this recipe is a must-try, perfectly capturing the essence of classic Pioneer Woman dishes.
Close-up of Pioneer Woman Slow Cooker Pork Chops in gravy, garnished with thyme, ready to serve.
My husband is a huge pork chop enthusiast, and discovering recipes that make him feel truly satisfied is always a culinary win for me. When I stumbled upon Ree Drummond’s Slow Cooker Pork Chops on the Food Network, I knew instantly it was a recipe we had to try. What makes this recipe so appealing is its simplicity. Using boneless pork chops, it’s accessible to any home cook, making it an ideal choice for a relaxed Sunday supper or a comforting weeknight meal.
In the past, I’ve experimented with slow cooker pork chops with gravy, but the unique touch in Pioneer Woman’s rendition is the searing of the pork chops before they enter the slow cooker.
Searing pork chops in a skillet to brown them before slow cooking for Pioneer Woman's recipe.
While my previous attempts were tasty, I have to admit, Ree’s original recipe truly stands out, bringing an extra layer of flavor and depth to the dish!
How to Achieve the Best Crock Pot Pork Chops
Ingredients for Pioneer Woman Slow Cooker Pork Chops laid out on a kitchen counter, ready for preparation.
For those who know me, my admiration for the Pioneer Woman, Ree Drummond, is no secret. I’ve even had the pleasure of visiting Pawhuska, Oklahoma, and experiencing her culinary world firsthand, from dining at her restaurants like P-Town Pizza to shopping at the Mercantile and collecting Pioneer Woman bakeware.
Among her many fantastic recipes, the Pioneer Woman Lemon Bars and Pioneer Woman Restaurant Style Salsa are particular favorites in my kitchen. My appreciation for her recipes is truly an understatement!
Alright, let’s get started on making these incredible pork chops with simple, readily available ingredients!
First, in a shallow dish, you’ll prepare the dredge. Combine flour, seasoned salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper (if you like a little heat), and thyme leaves. Dredge each pork chop in this flavorful mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated. Shake off any excess flour and set the chops aside. For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a touch of garlic powder to your dredge.
Next, heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once the butter is melted and the skillet is hot, add the dredged pork chops, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Sear them for about 3 minutes on each side, until they develop a beautiful golden-brown crust. This searing step is key to locking in the juices and enhancing the overall flavor of the pork chops.
Browning pork chops in a hot skillet with butter and oil as part of the Pioneer Woman slow cooker recipe.
Once seared, transfer the pork chops to a plate. If you happen to have bone-in pork chops, those will work just as well in this recipe.
Slow Cooker Time for Tender Pork Chops
Now, in the same skillet, add diced onions and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until they become softened. If you’re not a fan of onion pieces, you can easily substitute onion powder in the broth mixture later in the slow cooker.
In your 6-quart or 8-quart slow cooker, combine cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken soup if you prefer), chicken broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Whisk these ingredients together until smooth. For a richer flavor profile, consider adding a pinch of brown sugar and some black pepper to this mixture.
Add the sautéed onions, thyme sprigs, and the seared pork chops into the slow cooker, nestling the chops into the creamy broth.
Pork chops, onions, and thyme being added to the slow cooker with cream of mushroom soup mixture.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on high heat for 1 hour. Then, reduce the heat to low and continue cooking for another 2 hours. By this time, the pork chops should be incredibly tender, juicy, and infused with flavor. This slow cooking method is truly the secret to achieving perfectly tender and flavorful pork chops.
The gravy will thicken beautifully as it cooks – no need for any additional thickening steps. Serve these delectable Pioneer Woman slow cooker pork chops immediately over a generous serving of homemade mashed potatoes. Egg noodles are another fantastic option for serving.
Storing and Reheating
If you have any leftover pork chops, allow them to cool to room temperature before transferring them to an airtight container. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, simply warm them gently in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
Explore More Delicious Pork Recipes
If you’re a pork lover, you might also enjoy this recipe for Tender and Juicy Pork Steak or this flavorful Brown Sugar and Garlic Pork Roast. The pork roast recipe uses a pork shoulder roast, which becomes incredibly tender and delicious when cooked this way.
Another must-try is this Slow Cooker Pork Butt, perfect for making the most amazing barbecue sandwiches.
For anyone who appreciates easy and delicious slow cooker recipes, these pork dishes are excellent choices. Next time you need a recipe that will impress the whole family, these are sure to be a hit.
More Pioneer Woman Inspiration
This Pioneer Woman slow cooker pork chop recipe is a testament to simple ingredients and straightforward techniques creating extraordinary flavor. It’s comfort food at its finest, perfect for bringing smiles to your dinner table.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Ingredients
For the dredge
- 1/2 cup of flour
- 1/2 teaspoon of seasoned salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon of chopped fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon of butter
Main ingredients
- 8 – 1″ thick boneless pork loin chops
- 1 large onion, diced
The gravy
- 1 10.75 ounce can of cream of mushroom soup (can use cream of chicken if you prefer)
- 1 1/4 cups of chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a shallow dish, whisk together flour, seasoned salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and thyme leaves for the dredge.
- Dredge each pork chop in the flour mixture, coating evenly. Shake off excess flour and place on a plate.
- Heat vegetable oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter is melted and hot.
- Sear pork chops in the hot skillet for 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove to a plate.
- Add diced onions to the skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Remove skillet from heat.
- In a slow cooker, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Add thyme sprigs and sautéed onions to the slow cooker. Nestle seared pork chops into the gravy mixture.
- Cover and cook on high for 1 hour, then reduce heat to low and cook for 2 more hours, or until pork chops are tender.
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes or egg noodles.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 135Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 449mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 5g
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