Slow Cooker Smothered Pork Chops

Ingredients:

1. 4 bone-in pork chops
2. Salt and black pepper to taste
3. 1 cup all-purpose flour
4. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
5. 1 large onion, thinly sliced
6. 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
7. 2 cloves garlic, minced
8. 1 teaspoon dried thyme
9. 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
10. 1 teaspoon paprika
11. 2 cups beef or chicken broth
12. 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
13. 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for thickening, if needed)
14. Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Steps:

Step 1: Season and Coat Pork Chops Season pork chops with salt and black pepper. Dredge each chop in flour, shaking off excess.

Step 2: Brown Pork Chops In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Brown the pork chops on both sides until golden. Transfer to the slow cooker.

Step 3: Sauté Onions and Mushrooms In the same skillet, add sliced onions and mushrooms. Sauté until softened. Add minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and paprika. Stir to combine.

Step 4: Transfer to Slow Cooker Transfer the onion and mushroom mixture to the slow cooker, placing it over the pork chops.

Step 5: Create Gravy In a bowl, whisk together beef or chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce. Pour over the pork chops and vegetables in the slow cooker.

Step 6: Slow Cook Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the pork chops are tender and cooked through.

Step 7: Thicken Sauce (Optional) If the sauce needs thickening, mix 2 tablespoons of flour with a bit of water to make a smooth paste. Stir the paste into the slow cooker and cook for an additional 30 minutes on high.

Step 8: Serve and Garnish Serve the smothered pork chops over rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite side. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Step 9: Enjoy! Delight in the flavorful goodness of Slow Cooker Smothered Pork Chops, a comforting and hassle-free dish that's perfect for any day.

Enjoy the convenience of a slow-cooked meal that's both tender and flavorful with these Smothered Pork Chops straight from your slow cooker.