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These Beer-Braised Pork Chops are a rustic, flavorful dinner made with just three simple ingredients: pork chops, beer, and onion soup mix. Simmered gently in the slow cooker, they emerge fork-tender, richly savory, and infused with deep malty notes—no searing, no last-minute fuss.
Perfect for busy weeknights or Sunday suppers, this dish honors old-fashioned braising with modern ease.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🥩 Only 3 ingredients—pantry staples!
⏱️ 10 minutes prep, then walk away
💛 One slow cooker = easy cleanup
💸 Costs under $10—feeds 4 generously
🌾 Naturally nut-free & gluten-free (use GF beer + GF soup mix)
Ingredients You’ll Need
(6-quart slow cooker; serves 4)
4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
1 (12 oz) can or bottle lager or ale (e.g., Budweiser, Coors, or local craft lager)
1 (1 oz) packet dry onion soup mix
Optional: 1 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp black pepper, or fresh thyme sprigs
💡 Pro Tips:
Use bone-in chops—they stay juicier during long cooking.
Choose a mild beer—avoid IPAs or stouts (too bitter); go for crisp lagers or amber ales.
Don’t add extra liquid—the beer provides all the moisture needed.
Step-by-Step Instructions (Tender, Flavorful, Foolproof)
1. Layer in Slow Cooker
Place pork chops in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Sprinkle evenly with dry onion soup mix.
2. Add Beer
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