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Crock pot pork chops are one of those classic comfort-food dinners everyone wants to get right — tender, juicy pork with plenty of gravy and zero stress at dinnertime. This easy slow cooker recipe delivers exactly that, cooking pork chops low and slow in a rich mushroom-onion gravy so they stay moist and full of flavor. It’s a dependable, family-friendly meal that works just as well for busy weeknights as it does for Sunday supper.
These are smothered pork chops, slow-cooker style. Instead of flouring and browning, the pork cooks right in the gravy, soaking up savory mushroom flavor as it becomes fork-tender. The condensed soup creates a naturally thick, comforting sauce — no flour needed — making this one of the easiest ways to get classic smothered pork chops with minimal prep and cleanup.
✨ Before You Begin
A few quick notes that make all the difference:
✨ Choose the right chops. Boneless or bone-in pork chops both work here, but thicker chops (¾–1 inch) hold up best during slow cooking.
✨ No browning required. The slow cooker does the work — these pork chops become tender by cooking gently in the gravy, not by searing first.
✨ Gravy thickens naturally. The condensed soup base thickens as it cooks; no flour or roux needed.
✨ Low and slow wins. Resist the urge to rush — longer, gentler cooking keeps pork juicy instead of dry.
Crock Pot Pork Chops Ingredients + Key Notes
This is just a quick glance at what you’ll need. For exact measurements and the full ingredient list, head down to the recipe card below.
- Pork chops – Boneless or bone-in; thicker chops are best for tenderness
- Cream of mushroom soup – Forms the base of the gravy
- French onion soup or onion soup mix – Adds deep, savory flavor
- Mushrooms – Fresh sliced mushrooms give the gravy texture and richness
- Onion – Sliced thin so it softens completely
- Garlic – Optional, but adds warmth and depth
- Black pepper – Season to taste; additional salt is usually unnecessary
🥣 How to Make Crock Pot Pork Chops
Prep. Lightly grease the slow cooker insert. Arrange the pork chops in a single layer. Overlapping is fine — they’ll cook down.
Add the gravy ingredients. Scatter the sliced onions and mushrooms over the pork chops. In a bowl, stir together the condensed soup and onion soup until smooth, then pour evenly over everything.
Cook. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the pork chops are tender and cooked through.
Finish. Gently stir the gravy before serving. If you’d like it thicker, leave the lid slightly ajar for the last 20–30 minutes on HIGH.
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⭐ Pro Tips
⭐ Why these are “smothered” pork chops
Instead of flouring and browning, these pork chops cook low and slow right in the gravy — so they’re literally smothered the entire time. The result is fork-tender pork with deep flavor and no extra steps.
⭐ Boneless vs. bone-in
Boneless chops are convenient and shred-tender here, while bone-in chops stay especially juicy. Just avoid very thin chops, which can overcook.
⭐ Want extra richness?
A splash of milk or heavy cream stirred into the gravy at the end makes it extra silky without changing the recipe structure.
Storing, Reheating, Freezing, and Make-Ahead Tips
Storing: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. For larger portions, cover and reheat in a 350°F oven for 15–20 minutes until warmed through.
Freezing: Freeze cooled pork chops and gravy together for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Make-Ahead: You can assemble everything in the slow cooker insert the night before and refrigerate. Start cooking the next day.
Food Safety: If you’d like more info on food safety, check out this link.
What to Serve With Crock Pot Pork Chops
Fresh + Crisp Sides
A lovely House Salad or Southern Green Beans help balance the rich gravy.
Comforting Sides
Mashed Potatoes or Boursin Cheese Scalloped Potatoes are perfect for soaking up every bit of that mushroom gravy.
Cozy Breads
Butter Swim Biscuits, Cracker Barrel Cornbread, or soft Quick Dinner Rolls are always welcome at the table.
Sweet Finishes
A Pineapple Sheet Cake, Mississippi Mud Pie, Butterscotch Delight, or easy Haystack Cookies the meal classic and comforting.
More Crockpot Comfort Food Dinners
- Slow Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
- Crockpot White Chicken Chili
- Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef
- Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings
- Best Slow Cooker Beef Stew
- Mississippi Pot Roast
Thanks for stopping by my kitchen today — happy cooking, friends! ❤️ Kathleen
Crock Pot Pork Chops-Smothered in Mushroom And Onion Gravy!
Ingredients
- 4 -(1 3/4 inch thick) pieces center cut loin chop see recipe notes for other alternatives
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 small onion Sliced
- 16 ounces fresh mushrooms Sliced
- 2 (10 1/2 ounces) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 (10 1/2 ounces) can condensed cream of celery soup
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Pat pork chops (4) with paper towels to remove any moisture. Season pork with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a skillet until it shimmers. Cook pork chops in a skillet for 2 to 4 minutes, turning once, until brown.
- Place the pork in a single layer in the crock pot. Top with sliced onions (1) and mushrooms (16 ounces).
- In a small bowl, mix all the other ingredients and evenly pour over pork and vegetables. Cook on low for 6-7 hour or until pork is tender.
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Notes
- Knowing how to cook pork chops so they are moist and tender can be a little tricky. Pork chops are usually pretty lean, so they cook quickly and are prone to overcooking. You can not bank on specified cook time or color as accurate ways to measure whether pork chops are done. Here are 4 tips for the best results:
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- Use the LOW setting on the crockpot not the high. The chops will come out juicier and more tender when cooked on low!
- Use thick, well-marbled pork chops.
- Always use bone-in not boneless.
- The best foolproof approach is to use an instant-read meat thermometer, and pork chops need to cook to 145 degrees. No more. If you use bone-in chops they will require longer cooking time than boneless chops.
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I made this recipe last night, and it was a hit! The pork chops came out super tender, and the mushroom gravy was delicious over mashed potatoes. Thank you for sharing such an easy and flavorful meal! Can’t wait to try it again!
So happy you enjoyed these pork chops! Thanks so much for leaving a comment and the 5 star rating!
These Crockpot Pork Chops look incredible! I love the idea of them being smothered in gravy—perfect comfort food for the colder months. I can’t wait to try this recipe! Thanks for sharing!
That’s perfect! Yes, perfect for colder months 🙂 I hope you’ll enjoy!
This recipe looks amazing! I can’t wait to try making these crockpot pork chops smothered in gravy for dinner this week. The pictures are so tempting, and I love how easy it seems to prepare. Thanks for sharing!
Hi don’t have any cream soups, can I use heavy cream and some diced celery?
Hi Steph, I’ve never made this recipe w/o the cream soups.
Question, aren’t those pork chops REALLY thick? Almost 2 inches?! I have a hard time standing so can I put them in the crockpot raw? Difference? A note about the wine, I hear your answer a lot (don’t use something you wouldn’t drink) but since I’m not a wine drinker, I’d have NO clue what to buy. Which is probably why I’d use cooking wine. Is it nasty? TIA
Hi, Beverly. Yes, almost 2 inches. You can use a thinner cut but adjust the cooking time. Browning the pork in the skillet creates additional flavor. But you can directly put the pork in the crockpot. For the wine, it’s ok if you don’t use it.
Making this tonight. Warm enough to have the windows open, boy does my neighborhood smell great.
Hi, Christine! Lol, I hope your neighbors will try this too! Enjoy your dinner. 🙂
Will it turn out if you don’t do the wine? Also is it table wine or cooking wine
Hi Stacey. So, the wine adds a lot of flavor. You, of course, don’t need to use it. A lot of people do not use alcohol in their food preparation. I use a white wine that I would drink. I never cook with cooking wine. I hope this helps. These chops are amazing! I hope you enjoy! <3
Can I make this with boneless pork chops. Do I adjust time or ingredients?
Thank you
Hi Marilyn. Yes, you can. Bone-in chops are always juicer. You’ll need to reduce the cooking time so they don’t dry out. Start checking on them 1–1 1/2 before the suggested cook time! Best of luck and please let me know how it goes! <3
Made exactly as directed. Well we’ll be making this one often. Served with whipped Yukon gold potatoes and green beans. Hubby loved it. Thank you!
So happy you and Hubby enjoyed! I’m absolutely crazy about this recipe! <3
Yay! That’s fantastic, Mary! I’m happy you liked it 🙂
Looks AMAZING!! And so easy to throw together, thanks for sharing!
Thank you, Lindsey!
Hi Kathleen, just made this, I added a little bit of cream just before serving, it’s delicious .
Will be making it again ????????
Hi Elizabet. Yum. Love a little cream! So glad you enjoyed 🙂
Looks so good I could eat the page.? thank you so much will make this tomorrow yum
Thank you, Barbara! ? Hope you enjoy! Let me know how it turns out! ❤️
I love the mix taste of celery and pork, so sweet and meaty!
Thanks Elena 🙂
Gravy! YES! If calories were nonexistent, I’d pour it on top of every.thing. 😀
Hi Katerina! I would too! LOL
I make a similar pork chop recipe and it’s my husband’s favorite too.