This 6-ingredient slow cooker pork chop dinner is the kind of easy, cozy meal that helps stretch the holidays into one more comforting supper without much fuss. Using raw butterflied pork chops and a handful of pantry staples, you can build a rich, savory main dish that cooks low and slow while you take care of the rest of the day. It is a practical family-style recipe with that old-fashioned Midwestern feel so many of us love after a busy holiday season.
Serve these tender pork chops over mashed potatoes, buttered egg noodles, or fluffy rice so none of the delicious gravy goes to waste. For vegetables, green beans, glazed carrots, peas, or simple roasted broccoli all fit in nicely, and a basket of warm rolls on the table makes it feel like a full Sunday-style dinner with very little extra work.
6-Ingredient Slow Cooker Post-Holiday Dinner
Servings: 4
Ingredients
4 raw butterflied pork chops
1 packet dry onion soup mix
1 can cream of mushroom soup, about 10.5 ounces
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions
1. Lightly coat the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick spray if desired, then lay the raw butterflied pork chops in an even layer across the bottom.
2. In a medium bowl, stir together the dry onion soup mix, cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder until smooth.
3. Pour the soup mixture over the pork chops, making sure they are well coated. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours, or until the pork is tender and cooked through.
4. Once the pork chops are done, gently spoon some of the gravy over the top and serve hot with your favorite side dishes.
Variations & Tips
For extra flavor: Add a handful of sliced mushrooms or a thinly sliced onion to the slow cooker before pouring in the sauce. They cook down beautifully and make the gravy taste even richer.
For picky eaters: If your family prefers a milder flavor, use cream of chicken soup instead of cream of mushroom soup. The gravy stays creamy and savory with a simpler taste that goes over well with kids.
To thicken the gravy: If you want a thicker sauce at the end, remove the cooked pork chops and whisk 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water, then stir it into the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 10 to 15 minutes until thickened.
Make it a full meal: Serve the pork chops over leftover mashed potatoes or stuffing from the holiday table for an easy next-day dinner that feels fresh and comforting instead of repetitive.