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Creamy Slow Cooker Ranch Pork Chops Recipe with Roasted Vegetables Made Easy

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A comforting and easy slow cooker recipe featuring tender pork chops in a creamy ranch sauce paired with caramelized roasted vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick, roughly 1 lb or 450 g)
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz or 28 g) or 2 tablespoons homemade ranch seasoning
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (120 ml)
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth (240 ml)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (about 200 g), fresh or frozen
  • 2 cups baby carrots (about 200 g), peeled if needed
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: sprinkle of smoked paprika or chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Sprinkle both sides evenly with ranch seasoning, onion powder, and black pepper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, minced garlic, and chicken broth. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Place the seasoned pork chops in the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the creamy sauce over the chops, making sure they’re mostly covered. Avoid stirring.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours, or until pork chops are tender and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  5. About 30 minutes before the pork chops finish, preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss broccoli, baby carrots, and red bell pepper with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional spices. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway.
  6. Once pork chops are cooked, remove them with tongs and set aside. Stir the sauce in the slow cooker to combine any separated cream cheese. Add broth or water if sauce is too thick.
  7. Serve pork chops with roasted vegetables and spoon extra creamy ranch sauce over the top.

Notes

Pat pork chops dry before seasoning to help spices stick and promote even cooking. Use bone-in chops for juicier meat. Resist stirring the sauce early to keep pork chops intact. Roast vegetables separately for a caramelized crunch. Check pork chops with a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. Sauce can be loosened with extra broth if too thick.

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