Here’s a simple, reliable slow cooker recipe for pork chops on a stuffing bed—comfort food with almost no prep.
Slow Cooker Pork Chops on a Stuffing Bed
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (¾–1 inch thick)
- 1 box (6 oz) stuffing mix (chicken or pork flavored)
- 1½ cups chicken broth (or water)
- 1 can cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
- 1 small onion, sliced (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil or butter (optional, for browning)
- Salt & pepper
- Optional extras: sliced mushrooms, celery, carrots, garlic, poultry seasoning
Instructions
- Optional but recommended:
Season pork chops with salt & pepper and quickly brown them in a skillet (1–2 minutes per side). This adds flavor but can be skipped. - Prepare stuffing bed:
In the slow cooker, mix stuffing mix with chicken broth. Spread evenly on the bottom. - Add extras (optional):
Scatter onions, mushrooms, or veggies over the stuffing. - Layer pork chops:
Place pork chops on top of the stuffing. - Add soup:
Spoon cream soup evenly over the pork chops (don’t stir). - Cook:
- Low: 6–7 hours (best for tender chops)
- High: 3–4 hours
Pork should reach 145°F / 63°C.
Tips for Best Results
- Use thicker chops to avoid drying out.
- If stuffing seems too wet at the end, remove the lid and cook on High for 15–20 minutes.
- For a crisp top, briefly broil the pork chops after cooking.
Variations
- Apple pork: Add sliced apples + a pinch of cinnamon.
- Herb butter: Dot pork chops with butter and thyme or rosemary.
- Cheesy stuffing: Stir ½ cup shredded cheese into stuffing at the end.
If you want, I can tailor this for frozen pork chops, a no-soup version, or a dump-and-go prep for mornings.
