Crock Pot Pork Chops and Rice
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Dinner has never been easier with this crock pot pork chops and rice recipe, a great dinner for busy days. Discover simple steps and expert tips for a flavorful, slow cooker pork chops. They’re as delicious as ourย creamy pork chops, but have the unique addition of slow cooker rice. Serve withย steamed broccoliย and a side ofย Italian bread.
Imagine coming home to the aroma of tender pork chops simmering in a rich sauce, perfectly cooked alongside creamy rice. This crock pot pork chops and rice recipe is your answer to busy weeknights, offering a comforting and satisfying meal with minimal effort, just like many of your favorite slow cooker meals.
This crock pot recipe might not look as amazing as some of our other pork recipes (hello there pretty lemon basil pork chops ๐), but Matt loved it. He said it was comforting and that he could eat it every day. This simple recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Ingredients for Pork Chops and Rice
Here’s what you’ll need for crock pot pork chops and rice:
- Pork Chops. I prefer thinner pork chops for this meal since it can be ready in about 4 hours, but thick pork chops or even bone-in pork chops will work as well.
- Onion Soup Mix. This little packet of seasonings is a powerhouse when it comes to adding quick flavor.
- Garlic, parsley, ground mustard and black pepper. These seasonings work well with the onion soup mix to deepen the flavor.
- Chicken stock, cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soups. This combination creates a creamy gravy and leads to juicy pork chops.
- Butter. My secret ingredient in recipes is often butter, just like in my chicken fried rice and raspberry sauce. Just a little pad of butter adds richness and flavor to so many dishes.
- Rice. Long-grain rice is best, but brown rice works as well. If you only have minute rice, add it in and let it cook for about 10 minutes.ย
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shopping tip
If you’re looking to save money at the grocery store, buy a pork tenderloin or pork loin and slice it in to chops at home. Pork loin is one of the leanest cuts of pork, as lean as chicken breasts! And it is delicious in this easy recipe.
Make Crock Pot Pork Chops and Rice in 4 Steps
Total cooking time is about 4 hours on low heat.ย
- Spray a slow cooker liner with nonstick cooking spray. Place pork chops in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, combine the onion soup mix, garlic, parsley, ground mustard, black pepper, chicken stock and cream soups.
- Pour on top of the pork chops. Add two tablespoons of butter to the top of the mixture.Cover and cook on low for 3 hours.
- Rinse and drain the rice really well to remove excess starch. Add the rice to the slow cooker. Stir gently to mix it into the liquids. Cover and cook on low for 30 minutes. Open and stir gently to loosen the rice. Cover and cook an additional 30 minutes or until the rice is tender. Top with fresh parsley to serve.
Recipe Variations
- Try Different Soups. While cream of chicken and cream of mushroom soups are the classic choices for this crock pot pork chops and rice recipe, don’t hesitate to experiment with other cream soups for different flavor profiles. Cream of celery soup or cream of onion can add a unique twist to your dish.ย Or make cream of chicken soup at home.
- Add Some Veggies. For a one-pot meal that includes your veggies, consider adding sliced mushrooms, diced carrots, or peas about an hour before the dish is done. They’ll cook in the sauce, absorbing all the delicious flavors and adding nutritional value to your meal.
- Swap the Rice. If you’re not a fan of white rice or simply want to try something new, substitute it with wild rice, brown rice, or even quinoa. Keep in mind that cooking times can vary, so adjust accordingly.
- Serving Suggestions Beyond Rice. Feel free to serve the pork chops over egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or even a bed of cauliflower rice for a low-carb option. Each base offers a different texture and flavor that complements the creamy sauce and tender pork.
Make it a Meal
This slow cooker pork chop recipe is excellent served along veggie side dishes such as green beans, steamed broccoli or even baked asparagus for an easy weeknight meal. Garlic bread or parmesan breadsticks make a great pairing.
Crock Pot Pork Chops and Rice
Dinner has never been easier with this crock pot pork chops and rice recipe, a great dinner for busy days. Discover simple steps and expert tips for a flavorful, slow cooker pork chops.
Servings 4
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 boneless pork chops 1.3 pounds
- 1 packet onion soup mix 1 ounce
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic or ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ยฝ teaspoon ground mustard
- ยฝ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 1/2 cups chicken stock or chicken broth
- 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.5 ounces
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup 10.5 ounces
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 cup long grain white rice basmati or jasmine rice
Instructions
- Spray a slow cooker liner with nonstick cooking spray. Place pork chops in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, combine the onion soup mix, garlic, parsley, ground mustard, black pepper, chicken stock and cream soups.
- Pour the soup mixture on top of the pork chops. Add two tablespoons of butter to the top of the mixture. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours.
- Rinse and drain the rice really well to remove excess starch. Add the rice to the slow cooker. Stir gently to mix it into the liquids. Cover and cook on low for 30 minutes. Open and stir gently to loosen the rice.
- Cover and cook an additional 30 minutes or until the rice is tender. Top with fresh parsley to serve.
Notes
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. It’s a great recipe for leftovers!
- This recipe does not yield fluffy rice. It’s a creamy rice texture. If you cook it too long, you may end up with mushy rice, so watch it closely and be ready to serve it 30-60 minutes after adding the rice to the slow cooker.
- Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks.
- The calories shown are based on the recipe serving 4, with 1 serving being ¼ of the pork chops and rice. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. **
Nutrition
Calories: 628kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 2205mg | Potassium: 927mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 327IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 3mg