Slow Cooker Pork Chop And Stuffing Bake

A Slow Cooker Pork Chop and Stuffing Bake is the ultimate comfort food classic. By cooking low and slow in a slow cooker, thick-cut pork chops stay remarkably tender and juicy while resting on a savory bed of seasoned stuffing that absorbs all the rich, flavorful pan juices.

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in or thick-cut boneless pork chops (bone-in adds extra moisture and flavor)
• 1 box (6 oz) dry stuffing mix (like Stove Top or your favorite brand)
• 1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken bone broth or water (to moisten the stuffing)
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup (or a wholesome homemade cream sauce)
• 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (for extra richness and tang)
• 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 tsp garlic powder, dried sage, and black pepper (plus salt to taste)
• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter (for searing, optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Season the Pork: Season both sides of your pork chops generously with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and a pinch of sage. (Optional: For a deeper caramelized flavor, sear the chops in a hot skillet with 1 tbsp of oil for 2 minutes per side before adding them to the slow cooker).
2. Mix the Stuffing Base: In a medium bowl, combine the dry stuffing mix with the diced onions and warm chicken broth just until moistened.
3. Layer in the Slow Cooker: Lightly grease your slow cooker insert. Spread the moistened stuffing mixture evenly across the bottom.
4. Create the Creamy Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cream soup and sour cream (or Greek yogurt). Spread a thin layer of this mixture over the stuffing.
5. Add the Chops: Nestle the seasoned pork chops directly on top of the stuffing layer, then spoon the remaining soup mixture evenly over each chop to keep them juicy while cooking.
6. Cook Low and Slow: Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours (or HIGH for 2.5 to 3 hours), until the pork chops are tender and cooked through (reaching an internal temperature of 145°F).

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