Cool Kitchen Chop in a Crock Pot Dinner

Turn up the cozy vibes in your kitchen with this effortless "Cool Kitchen Chop in a Crock Pot Dinner." Perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends, this hearty one-pot meal combines tender, seared pork chops with a medley of comforting vegetables like Yukon Gold potatoes, carrots, and celery, all slow-cooked to perfection in a flavorful thyme- and rosemary-infused chicken broth. The golden onions and garlic elevate the dish with rich aromatics, while a splash of Worcestershire sauce adds just the right touch of savory depth. With minimal prep and six hours of hands-free slow cooking, this recipe is a stress-free way to create a wholesome, home-cooked meal the whole family will love. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and serve up this crock pot classic as an easy, satisfying dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
• 4 medium Potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet), diced
• 3 medium Carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
• 2 stalks Celery stalks, sliced
• 1 large Yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups Chicken broth (low-sodium)
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork chops on both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant and softened.

Step 4

Place the diced potatoes, carrot chunks, and celery slices at the bottom of the crock pot. Layer the seared pork chops on top of the vegetables.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce over the pork and vegetables.

Step 6

Sprinkle dried thyme and rosemary evenly over the ingredients in the crock pot.

Step 7

Add the sautéed onions and garlic on top, spreading them evenly.

Step 8

Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on LOW for 6 hours, or until the pork is tender and the vegetables are fully cooked.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and black pepper if necessary.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy your 'Cool Kitchen Chop in a Crock Pot Dinner'!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2291.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1971.5

Total Fat 86.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 300.0mg	0%
Sodium 3582.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 154.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 26.3g
Protein 132.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 389.9mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 5527.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.4%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 32.2%