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Keto Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Pork Chops - Comforting, Creamy, and Low-Carb

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1 to 1.25 inches thick, 2 to 2.5 pounds total)
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced (or 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes
  • 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated for best melt)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme + 1/2 tsp dried basil)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional, for searing)
  • Fresh parsley or chives, chopped, for garnish
  • Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)

Method
 

  1. Season the pork: Pat pork chops dry. Mix salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika. Rub both sides of each chop with the spice blend.
  2. Sear for extra flavor (optional but recommended): Heat oil (and butter, if using) in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork chops 1–2 minutes per side until lightly browned. Transfer to the slow cooker. This step boosts flavor and helps lock in juices.
  3. Build the sauce base: In the same skillet (heat off), add minced garlic to the residual fat for 30 seconds to gently bloom. Pour in chicken broth and whisk, scraping up any browned bits. Transfer this garlicky broth to the slow cooker.
  4. Add creaminess: Add heavy cream, cream cheese cubes, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning to the slow cooker. Stir gently to distribute. The cream cheese will finish melting as it cooks.
  5. Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on Low for 3.5–5 hours, or on High for 2–3 hours. Aim for an internal temperature of 145°F. Bone-in chops may take a bit longer than boneless.
  6. Finish the sauce: Once cooked, remove chops to a plate and tent with foil. Whisk the sauce in the slow cooker to smooth out any small cream cheese bits. If you want a thicker sauce, uncover and let it simmer on High for 10–15 minutes, or whisk in an extra tablespoon of Parmesan.
  7. Season to taste: Taste the sauce and adjust salt and pepper. Add red pepper flakes if you like gentle heat.
  8. Serve: Return pork to the slow cooker to warm through for a couple of minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives. Spoon sauce over top and serve with your favorite low-carb sides.