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Keto Crockpot Pork Chops with Garlic Butter Sauce - Easy, Tender, and Flavor-Packed

Slow cookers make weeknight dinners feel effortless, and this one is a guaranteed hit. These Keto Crockpot Pork Chops simmer in a rich garlic butter sauce until they’re unbelievably tender and full of savory flavor. Everything comes together with simple ingredients, minimal prep, and almost no babysitting.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick (or thick boneless)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or sweet paprika)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil (for searing, optional but recommended)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 6 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (check label for low-carb)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed (or 1 teaspoon fresh, chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, brightens the sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Season the chops: Pat pork chops dry. Mix salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Rub evenly over both sides.
  • Sear for flavor (optional but worth it): Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chops 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to the slow cooker.
  • Build the sauce base: In the same skillet, lower heat to medium. Add 2 tablespoons butter and the minced garlic. Cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant, not browned.
  • Deglaze: Pour in chicken broth, scraping up brown bits. Stir in Dijon, Worcestershire, thyme, and rosemary. Simmer 1 minute.
  • Slow cook: Pour the sauce over the pork chops in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low for 4–6 hours or High for 2–3 hours, until the chops are fork-tender.
  • Finish the sauce: Remove chops to a plate. Whisk in heavy cream, remaining 2 tablespoons butter, and lemon juice. Cover and cook on High for 10–15 minutes to thicken slightly. If you want it thicker, whisk in a pinch of xanthan gum (about 1/8 teaspoon) and stir well.
  • Taste and adjust: Add salt and pepper if needed. Return pork chops to the slow cooker to warm through for a few minutes.
  • Serve: Spoon the garlic butter sauce over the chops. Garnish with parsley.