Crockpot ranch pork chops

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Crockpot ranch pork chops are made with just a few simple ingredients. Pork chops, cream of mushroom soup, and dry ranch dressing are combined and left to cook all day. A kid favorite!

These smothered pork chops are loaded with flavor and pair well with any side. From vegetables, pasta, rice, and potatoes, the possibilities are endless. Get ready for this recipe to be requested over and over!

For more family friendly dinner meals, be sure to add Gluten Free Chicken Casserole, Loaded Nacho Fries and Gluten Free Chicken Stir Fry to the menu rotation.

Our recipe for crock pot pork chops does not disappoint. It is creamy, flavorful, simple and most importantly kid approved!

These pork chops with ranch can be made with bone-in or boneless pork chops along with many other ingredient swaps (see below) to make mealtime quick and easy.

Feature these fall apart slow cooker pork chops any night of the week or as a weekend meal.

Similar to our Crockpot Ranch Chicken, this is a hands-off recipe. Simply dump the ingredients and leave to simmer. It doesn’t get better than that!

To get started, gather the equipment and ingredients then follow the written instructions or printable recipe card. Enjoy!

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Serving Suggestions

Pork chops are a lean protein similar to chicken breasts making them a nutritious option for the family. They pair extremely well with any hot side or chilled salad.

Our family’s favorite way to serve is with slices of Gluten Free Artisan Bread to soak up any excess gravy on the plate. The crusty bread and savory sauce make the best combination. Throw a leafy side salad drizzled with dressing on the side and you have yourself a complete meal.

Consider any of these other sides to serve alongside ranch pork chops:

ingredients for crockpot ranch pork chops

Substitutions

Use an Italian seasoning or gravy packet instead of ranch mix (always check labels to verify for celiac safe products).
Add more flavor by searing the pork chops in a skillet before adding to the crockpot.
Use bone-in or boneless pork chops.
Swap the chicken broth for vegetable or beef broth. If in a pinch, you can also use water for the liquid then salt as needed for flavor.
Save thin pork chops for another recipe unless you are decreasing the cooking time to prevent dry and chewy pork.
Swap the cream of mushroom soup for cream of chicken, cream of celery or cream of asparagus.
Make dairy free by swapping in a batch of Gluten Free Dairy Free Cream of Chicken Soup and omitting the ranch packet. For the ranch flavor, drizzle Dairy Free Ranch Dressing on top of the pork chops before serving.
Save any excess gravy to serve with leftovers or to pour on top of mashed potatoes to accompany another protein such as broiled chicken or fish the next day.

Ingredients

10.5 ounce cream of mushroom soup ✅
1/2 cup chicken broth ✅
1 ounce packet dry ranch dressing ✅
2 pounds thick cut pork chops ✅

Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.

homemade gravy ingredients in mixing bowl

How To Make

Add the cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, and dry ranch dressing to a mixing bowl. Stir well.

Add the pork chops to the crockpot. Pour the sauce on top. Cover.

Cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours.

cream of mushroom covered pork chops in crockpot

How To Bake Pork Chops In The Oven

If you would prefer to bake these delish pork chops in the oven here’s how! Simply preheat the oven to 350°F then add all ingredients into a baking dish.

Cover with foil and bake for 40-45 minutes or until the internal temperature of the pork has reached 145°F.

pork chops simmering in cream of mushroom soup

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you put frozen pork chops in crock pot?

Similar to frozen chicken, you do not want to cook frozen pork chops in the slow cooker for food safety reasons. Thaw frozen chops in the fridge overnight or run until cool continuous water until defrosted.

Can you swap with chicken?

Absolutely, choose thick cut chicken breasts or thighs that are boneless or bone-in.

Why is the pork dry?

The pork is likely dry because thick cut chops weren’t used, or the cooking time wasn’t followed as written. The cooking time does need to be decreased if cooking thin cut pork chops.

Kids In The Kitchen

Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.

Kids In The Kitchen

Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.

The sauce ingredients should be mixed until all clumps of ranch seasoning mix are gone.
Use a spoon or spatula to coat the pork chops with the sauce.
Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the pork chop until it reads 145°F. Continue cooking until this temperature is reached.
Always set a timer when cooking with a crock pot to prevent overcooking.

Storage Instructions

In the fridge: Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Let cool completely before adding to an airtight container.

In the freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months in a covered container.

Keep in mind that this recipe can also be doubled by stacking pork chops on top of each other in the slow cooker then freezing the leftovers.

This is a great way to meal prep and be prepared for those busy weeks.

Reheating Instructions

Microwave: Place leftover crockpot ranch pork chops in a microwave safe dish then heat in 30-second increments until hot. You can cover the top of the dish with a damp paper towel to keep the pork moist.

Stovetop: Place thawed pork chops into a skillet over low heat and cover with a lid. Heat until hot.

Oven: Preheat oven to 300°F then place thawed pork chops into a baking dish and cook until hot.

It is not recommended to heat leftovers straight from the freezer but instead thaw overnight in the fridge to reheat the next day.

More Easy Pork Recipes

CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.

The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.

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