Slow Cooker Ranch Beef Chops
Transform simple beef chops into an irresistibly tender, flavor-packed dinner with this easy slow cooker recipe! Infused with savory ranch seasoning and creamy mushroom sauce, these chops melt in your mouth and pair perfectly with mashed potatoes or your favorite side dish.
Ingredients
- 4 beef chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
- ½ cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for optional browning)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
- Mashed potatoes or your favorite side, for serving
Instructions
1. Optional: Brown the Chops
This step adds extra flavor and texture, but you can skip it if you’re short on time.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season beef chops with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sear for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
2. Prepare the Slow Cooker
- Place the beef chops in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the ranch seasoning, cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the chops.
3. Cook Low and Slow
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the meat is fork-tender.
4. Serve and Enjoy
- Carefully remove the beef chops and plate them.
- Spoon the creamy ranch-mushroom sauce generously over the top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve with mashed potatoes or your favorite vegetable side.
Tips & Variations
- Swap the soup: Try cream of chicken for a lighter, slightly sweeter flavor.
- Add veggies: Toss in sliced mushrooms or baby carrots before cooking for a complete one-pot meal.
- Make it spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne or crushed red pepper to the sauce mix for a little kick.