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Creamy Crockpot Pork Chops with Mushroom

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A forgiving and flavorful slow cooker recipe featuring thick-cut pork chops, rehydrated dried mushrooms, and a rich creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights when you need dinner to cook itself.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ounce dried mushrooms (porcini or cremini)
  • 1 cup hot beef broth (for soaking mushrooms)
  • 4 thick-cut pork chops (bone-in or boneless, approx. 1 inch thick)
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 pinch paprika
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Place dried mushrooms in a bowl and pour 1 cup hot beef broth over them. Let soak for 20 minutes until soft.
  2. Remove mushrooms, chop into bite-sized pieces, and reserve the soaking liquid (strain to remove grit).
  3. Season pork chops generously with salt, pepper, and thyme.
  4. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, sauté diced onion for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Sprinkle flour over onions and stir constantly for 1 minute to create a roux.
  7. Pour in reserved mushroom soaking liquid and remaining beef broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
  8. Stir in heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer gently.
  9. Place seared pork chops in the slow cooker. Pour the sauce mixture over the chops and top with chopped rehydrated mushrooms.
  10. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until pork is tender.
  11. If sauce is too thin, stir in cornstarch slurry and cook for an additional 15 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  12. Serve hot with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

Notes

Thick-cut chops are essential to prevent drying out. Searing the meat adds significant flavor depth. Do not lift the lid frequently during cooking. If using fresh mushrooms instead of dried, use 8 ounces and skip the rehydration step. For a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream with cashew cream.

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Keywords: slow cooker, crockpot, pork chops, mushroom recipe, creamy sauce, easy dinner, weeknight meals, comfort food

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