Description
Tender, juicy pork chops slow-cooked in a rich, creamy gravy with a touch of white wine, garlic, and herbs for a comforting, weeknight-ready meal that practically melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick-cut boneless pork chops (about 3 lbs). Bone-in will work, but may take longer to cook
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground paprika
Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ onion, sliced thin
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
For the Sear and Aromatics
- ½ cup white wine
- 14.5 oz low-sodium chicken broth (1 can)
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
For the Sauce
Instructions
- Season the pork chops: Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika to evenly coat and flavor the meat.
- Sear the pork chops: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the pork chops on each side until browned. Remove and set aside to rest.
- Cook aromatics: In the same skillet, add sliced onion and cook until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Prepare the sauce: Deglaze with white wine and add chicken broth. Stir in Dijon mustard and the cornstarch slurry until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Assemble in slow cooker: Place the seared pork chops in the slow cooker. Pour the broth mixture over the pork chops. Add bay leaves and thyme.
- Cook: Cover and cook on high for 3–4 hours or on low for 6–8 hours, until pork is tender.
- Finish the sauce (optional): Once cooked, remove pork chops and, if desired, discard bay leaves and thyme. Use an immersion blender to blend the broth mixture until smooth for a velvety gravy. Return pork to the slow cooker to keep warm.
Notes
- Optional: For a silkier gravy, whisk in an additional teaspoon of cornstarch slurry and simmer for a few minutes after blending.
- Leftovers reheat well in the microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of broth.
- Pair with mashed potatoes or buttered egg noodles to soak up the gravy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Slow Cooking
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pork chops, crockpot, slow cooker, gravy, creamy gravy, garlic, onion, white wine
