Easy 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Beer-Braised Pork Chops

These tender, juicy pork chops are slow-cooked in beer and onion soup mix for a simple, flavorful meal with almost no prep.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6–8 hours (Low) or 3–4 hours (High)
Total Time: Up to 8 hours
Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
• 1 (1 oz/28 g) packet dry onion soup mix
• 1 cup beer (lager, pilsner, or your favorite light beer)

Instructions

1. Place the pork chops in the slow cooker in a single layer if possible.
2. Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the pork chops.
3. Pour the beer over the top.
4. Cover and cook:
   • Low: 6–8 hours
   • High: 3–4 hours
5. The pork chops are done when they are tender and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
6. Spoon some of the flavorful cooking juices over the pork chops before serving.

Optional Gravy

For a thicker gravy:

1. Remove the cooked pork chops and keep them warm.
2. Pour the cooking liquid into a saucepan.
3. Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water.
4. Stir the slurry into the simmering liquid and cook for 2–3 minutes, until thickened.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

Approximate values:

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbohydrates: 4 g
• Fat: 14 g
• Fiber: 0 g

Serving Suggestions

• Creamy mashed potatoes
• Buttered egg noodles
• Rice or rice pilaf
• Steamed green beans
• Roasted carrots
• Creamy coleslaw

Tips

• Thick-cut pork chops stay juicier during slow cooking than thin chops.
• If desired, sear the pork chops for 2–3 minutes per side before adding them to the slow cooker for extra flavor.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.