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Cozy Crockpot Pork Chops with Rich Onion Gravy

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These Cozy Crockpot Pork Chops with Rich Onion Gravy are a set-it-and-forget-it meal that delivers fork-tender pork chops and a deeply savory, caramelized onion gravy. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this recipe uses simple ingredients and a slow cooker to create a soul-warming dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1-inch thick)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (or additional broth)
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water

Instructions

  1. Season and Sear the Pork Chops: Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear chops for 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden-brown. Transfer to a plate.
  2. Caramelize the Onions: Reduce heat to medium. Add sliced onions to the same skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes until soft, translucent, and deep golden brown. If sticking, add a splash of broth or wine to deglaze.
  3. Build the Flavor Base: Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in white wine (or extra broth) and scrape up browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Assemble in the Slow Cooker: Pour half of the onion mixture into the bottom of a 6-quart or larger slow cooker. Place seared pork chops on top in a single layer. Pour remaining onion mixture over chops, ensuring they are mostly submerged.
  5. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, until pork chops are fork-tender.
  6. Thicken the Gravy: Remove pork chops to a plate and tent with foil. Discard thyme sprigs and bay leaves. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Turn slow cooker to HIGH. Pour slurry into hot liquid, whisking constantly. Cook uncovered for 5-10 minutes until gravy thickens.
  7. Serve: Return pork chops to slow cooker to coat in gravy, or serve individually. Spoon gravy over chops and enjoy.

Notes

Don’t skip searing the pork chops—it builds essential flavor. For best results, cook on LOW. If using boneless chops, reduce cooking time by about 30 minutes. To make creamy onion gravy, stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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