Slow Cooker Pork Stuffing-Bed Chops are tender, juicy pork chops slow cooked over a flavorful bed of seasoned stuffing. As the pork cooks, its savory juices soak into the stuffing, creating a rich, comforting one-pot meal with classic homestyle flavor. This easy crockpot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, delivering hearty comfort with minimal prep.
Ingredients
For the Pork Chops
- 4–6 boneless or bone-in pork chops (about 1½–2 lbs)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
For the Stuffing Bed
- 1 (6 oz) box stuffing mix (chicken or herb flavor)
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- ½ onion, finely diced
- 1 stalk celery, finely diced
Optional Cream Sauce
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom or chicken soup
- ¼ cup sour cream
Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Preparation Steps
Step 1: Prepare Stuffing Base
In a bowl, combine stuffing mix, diced onion, celery, melted butter, and chicken broth. Stir until moistened.
Step 2: Add to Crockpot
Spread stuffing mixture evenly across bottom of slow cooker.
Step 3: Season Pork Chops
Pat pork chops dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Step 4: Layer and Sauce
Place pork chops on top of stuffing. If using, mix soup and sour cream and spread over chops.
Step 5: Slow Cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until pork is tender and fully cooked.
Step 6: Finish and Serve
Spoon stuffing and sauce over pork chops before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Variations
- Use bone-in pork chops for deeper flavor
- Add sliced mushrooms to stuffing layer
- Use cornbread stuffing instead of herb
- Substitute cream of celery soup
- Add diced apples or cranberries for sweet contrast
- Use turkey stuffing for holiday-style flavor
- Add shredded cheese on top last 10 minutes
- Replace pork with chicken thighs
Cooking Notes
- Pork juices flavor stuffing as it cooks
- Thin chops cook faster; reduce time if needed
- Avoid overcooking to keep pork tender
- Stuffing should be moist but not soupy
- Soup layer creates creamy gravy texture
- Cooking on LOW gives best tenderness
- Bone-in chops stay juicier than boneless
- Let rest briefly before serving
Serving Suggestions
- Serve as complete comfort meal
- Add green beans or peas on side
- Pair with roasted carrots
- Serve with cranberry sauce
- Add simple salad for balance
- Spoon extra gravy over stuffing
- Plate family-style for gatherings
Tips
- Brown pork chops first for extra flavor
- Dice vegetables small for even texture
- Check internal pork temp (145°F / 63°C)
- Stir stuffing gently before serving
- Use thick pork chops for best results
- Store leftovers refrigerated up to 4 days
- Reheat with splash broth or milk
- Freeze portions up to 2 months
Prep Time / Cook Time / Total Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6–7 hours LOW or 3–4 hours HIGH
Total Time: About 6 hours 15 minutes
Nutritional Info (Approx.)
Calories: 420 per serving
Protein: 30g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 28g
FAQs
Can I use thin pork chops?
Yes, but reduce cooking time to avoid dryness.
Do I need to cook stuffing first?
No, it cooks fully in the crockpot with broth.
Can I skip the soup layer?
Yes, stuffing and pork alone still taste great.
Conclusion
Slow Cooker Pork Stuffing-Bed Chops are a hearty, comforting crockpot meal with tender pork and savory stuffing infused with rich flavor. Easy to prepare and perfect for cozy dinners, this one-pot recipe delivers classic homestyle comfort with minimal effort.