Crock Pot Pork Loin in Creamy Mushroom Sauce
A tender, fall-apart pork loin slow-cooked in a rich mushroom gravy. This comfort food classic uses pantry staples and simple prep for maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Equipment
- 1 Equipment:
- 1 - Slow cooker
- 1 - Cast iron skillet
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Chef’s knife
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 1 - Measuring cup
- 1 Whisk
- 1 - Wooden spoon
- 1 - Paper towels
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless pork loin chops
- 1 tbsp olive oil for searing
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- 1 pcs medium onion diced
- 2 pcs cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Prep and Season: Pat the pork chops completely dry with paper towels. Season generously on all sides with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Searing (Critical Step): Heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed pan (cast iron preferred) over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Sear the pork chops for 2–3 minutes per side until a rich brown crust (Maillard reaction) is achieved. Stop when the surface begins to caramelize. Remove the chops and set aside.
- Deglazing and Aromatics: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and diced onion (if using) and sauté for 2 minutes until translucent. Add 1/4 cup of the broth to the hot pan and scrape up all the fond (browned bits) from the bottom.
- Sauce Base: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, remaining broth, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour this mixture into the slow cooker.
- Layering: Place the seared pork chops directly into the sauce. Pour the deglazing liquid (with aromatics) from the pan over the top.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours. We recommend LOW for maximum tenderness.
- Rest and Serve: The pork is ready when it is falling apart with minimal pressure. Remove the chops and let them rest briefly. Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper if necessary. Serve the chops whole or shredded, smothered with the rich mushroom gravy.
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Notes
Nutrition: Calories: 265 kcal Protein: 28 g Fat: 12 g Saturated Fat: 3.5 g Carbohydrates: 10 g Fiber: 0.5 g Sugar: 2 g Sodium: 780 mg Cholesterol: 85 mg Potassium: 520 mg Calcium: 20 mg Iron: 1 mg
Cook Time: 6–8 hours (LOW) or 3–4 hours (HIGH)
This YouTube video is included for general guidance only and does not show the exact recipe from this post.”