Slow Cooker Pork Chops Rice (Printer-Friendly)
Hearty pork chops cooked slowly with creamy rice and cheese for an easy, comforting family dinner.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meat
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4 boneless pork chops
→ Liquids
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2 cups chicken broth
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1 cup water
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1 cup water (added later with rice)
→ Condiments and Seasonings
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10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
→ Dairy
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1 stick butter, cubed (approximately 113 grams)
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1 to 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
→ Grains
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2 cups Minute rice
# Steps to Follow:
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Spray the slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray to facilitate easy cleanup.
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Place the boneless pork chops evenly in the slow cooker base.
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Spread the cream of mushroom soup over the pork chops, then pour in the chicken broth and 1 cup of water. Sprinkle garlic powder, dried onion flakes, salt, and black pepper evenly on top.
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Distribute the cubed butter over the mixture in the slow cooker.
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Cover and cook on low heat for 7 hours to ensure tender, shreddable pork.
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Remove lid and shred pork chops directly in the slow cooker using two forks.
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Add the 2 cups of Minute rice and an additional 1 cup of water. Stir gently to submerge the rice in the liquids, then replace the lid.
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Increase heat to high and cook for 45 to 60 minutes until rice is tender. Add 1/4 cup water if rice appears dry during cooking and continue cooking for 15 more minutes.
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Remove the lid, add shredded cheddar cheese, and stir thoroughly until melted and combined.
# Helpful Hints:
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To verify doneness, use a digital thermometer; pork is safe at 145°F (63°C) internal temperature.
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Cooking pork on low heat for a longer time enhances tenderness.