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A cooked pork chop with gravy sits atop chunky pieces of potatoes and turnips on a white plate, garnished with chopped herbs. The plate is on a teal dish, with a plaid cloth in the background.

Crock Pot Pork Chops with Potatoes and Creamy Gravy

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Crock Pot Pork Chops with Potatoes is a comforting, creamy dish that’s easy to prepare. Made with tender pork chops, fluffy potatoes, and a savory mushroom gravy, it’s perfect for weeknight family dinners or casual hosting. Let your slow cooker do the work and enjoy a warm, hearty meal together.
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Keyword creamy, easy, hearty, slow cooker
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Author Gina Dickson

Ingredients

  • 6 cups russet potatoes Scrubbed and cut into even quarter sized pieces) You want the bottom of your slow cooker covered with potatoes.
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless pork chops about five 1-inch thick pork chops
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup 10.5 ounces can
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions

Prep the Base

  • Spray a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • Add cubed potatoes to cover the bottom of the slow cooker.
    6 cups russet potatoes
    Diced potatoes with skin on are placed inside a white slow cooker, ready to be cooked.

Season the Pork

  • Pat pork chops dry.
    1 1/2 pounds boneless pork chops
  • Combine the salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder and thyme in a small bowl.
    1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • Sprinkle the seasoning blend on both sides of the pork chops.
    Two raw pork chops seasoned with herbs and spices sit on a white cutting board next to a small white bowl filled with additional dry seasoning, all on a white surface.

Sear the Chops

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear pork chops on both sides until golden brown.
    1 tablespoon olive oil
    Five seasoned pork chops cooking in a black cast iron skillet with a blue handle, sitting on a stovetop. The pork chops are seared and arranged in a circular pattern.

Layer in the Slow Cooker

  • Place the seared pork chops on top of the potatoes.

Whisk the Creamy Mixture

  • In a medium bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, and sour cream until smooth.
    1 can cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup beef broth, 1/2 cup sour cream
    A light-colored mixing bowl filled with tan batter or sauce, with a light blue whisk resting inside on a white surface.

Pour the Sauce

  • Pour the creamy mixture over the pork chops, onions, and potatoes in the slow cooker.
    Five seasoned pork chops in creamy sauce sit atop sliced potatoes inside a white slow cooker, ready to be cooked.

Cook Low and Slow

  • Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the pork reaches 160°F and the potatoes are fork tender.

Serve

  • Spoon the creamy gravy over the pork chops and potatoes before serving.

Notes

Important Prep Tips Before Starting the Recipe:
  • If you’re prepping ahead, cube the potatoes and keep them in a bowl of cold water with a splash of lemon juice to keep them fresh and prevent browning overnight.
  • Pat the pork chops dry before seasoning for better browning, and take the time to give them a quick sear in a hot skillet. This step adds rich flavor and helps lock in moisture.
Common Mistakes When Making This Recipe:
  • Skipping the sear: While it’s optional, this step deepens the flavor and gives the dish a more “Sunday roast” feel.
  • Overcrowding the crock pot: Keep your pork chops in a single, even layer and resist adding too many vegetables at once, which can lead to uneven cooking.
  • Forgetting to taste and adjust seasoning at the end: Slow cooking can mellow flavors, so give the sauce a final taste before serving.
Tips for Recipe Success: Keep the lid closed while the slow cooker is running, as opening it releases heat and can extend cooking time by as much as 30 minutes.
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