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Crock Pot Pork Chops and Potatoes

Crock Pot Pork Chops and Potatoes
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A warm and comforting slow-cooker meal featuring tender pork chops and hearty potatoes simmered in a savory sauce. This easy crock pot recipe combines minimal prep with maximum flavor, perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends. Juicy pork chops browned to seal in juices cook alongside creamy potatoes and aromatic seasonings, delivering a family-friendly, one-pot dinner with rich, comforting flavors and simple wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

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Pork Chops and Seasoning

  • 4–6 bone-in or boneless pork chops
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1–2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter (for browning)

Vegetables

  • 1.5 to 2 pounds baby potatoes or diced Yukon gold potatoes
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Sauce

  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • Additional Italian seasoning (optional, about 1/2 teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pork Chops: Pat the pork chops dry and season generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the chops on each side for 2-3 minutes to seal in juices and add flavor.
  2. Layer the Ingredients: Place the baby potatoes or diced Yukon gold potatoes into the bottom of the crock pot. Add sliced onions and minced garlic on top of the potatoes. Arrange the browned pork chops over the vegetables, ensuring the meat sits above the potatoes for even cooking.
  3. Mix and Add the Sauce Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and additional Italian seasoning if desired. Pour the sauce evenly over the pork chops and potatoes to infuse moisture and flavor during cooking.
  4. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until pork chops are tender and fully cooked and potatoes are soft but not mushy. Avoid opening the lid frequently to maintain consistent temperature.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Once cooking is complete, check and adjust salt and pepper if necessary. Spoon the potatoes and sauce over the pork chops when serving, enjoying this warm, comforting meal while hot.

Notes

  • Brown the meat first to lock in flavor and prevent rubbery texture during slow cooking.
  • Use baby or uniformly diced potatoes for even cooking and ideal texture.
  • Do not overcrowd the crock pot to ensure proper heat circulation.
  • Keep the lid sealed during cooking to retain moisture and tenderness.
  • Adjust seasoning after cooking since flavors concentrate in the slow cooker process.

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Keywords: pork chops, crock pot, slow cooker, potatoes, comforting dinner, easy recipe, one pot, family friendly, gluten free

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