Super Easy Slow Cooker Pork Chops

INGREDIENTS

• 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil, enough to coat the skillet
• 4 center cut pork chops
• freshly ground black pepper
• 1 envelope onion soup mix, about 1 ounce
• 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth, low sodium
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 1 to 2 teaspoons cold water
• 1 tablespoon butter

PREPARATION

1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the pork chops and sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.
3. Brown the chops, turning to brown both sides, about 5 to 7 minutes total.
4. Transfer the browned chops to a medium to large slow cooker.
5. In a bowl or 2-cup measure, combine the soup mix, broth, and water.
6. Pour the mixture over the chops.
7. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours, or on HIGH for about 3 to 3 1/2 hours.
8. Transfer the pork chops to a serving plate or platter and keep warm.
9. Strain the juices and skim off fat.
10. Put the juices in a saucepan and bring to a simmer.
11. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook, stirring, until thickened.
12. Stir in the butter until melted.
13. Pour the sauce over the chops and serve.
14. Serves 4