Slow Cooker Foil Packet Pork Chops
These are the juiciest pork chops you'll ever make — thick chops sealed in foil packets with butter, garlic, and herbs, slow-cooked until fork-tender and swimming in their own savory juices. Each packet steams the chop in buttery, herbed goodness, so every bite is moist, flavorful, and never dry.
High in protein, zero carbs, and almost zero cleanup — the slow cooker does all the work.
Why You'll Love This
Foil packets lock in every drop of juice — never dry
~34g protein per chop, 0g carbs
5 minutes of prep, then walk away
Individual packets make serving effortless
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Slow Cooker Foil Packet Pork Chops
- Prep10 min
- Cook4 hrs
- Total4 hrs 10 min
- Servings4 servings
- Calories728 kcal
- slow cooker
- heavy-duty foil
- cutting board
- knife
- spoon
- tongs
Ingredients
- For the chops
- Per packet
Instructions
- Pat the pork chops dry. Rub all over with salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Tear off four large sheets of heavy-duty foil. Drizzle a little olive oil in the center of each.
- Place one chop on each sheet. Top each with butter pats, minced garlic, and herbs.
- Fold the foil up and seal into tight packets, leaving a little room for steam.
- Place the packets in the slow cooker in a single layer (stack if needed).
- Cover and cook on LOW 4 hours (or HIGH 2.5 hours), until the chops reach 145°F internally.
- Carefully open the packets — the steam is hot. Spoon the buttery juices over the chops and serve.
Notes & Tips
- Thick chops only: Thin chops overcook fast — go for at least 1 inch thick.
- Seal tightly: A loose packet leaks juices; fold the edges over twice for a real seal.
- Don't peek: Every lid lift adds time — trust the 4 hours.
- Finish with a sear (optional): For golden color, sear the chops 1 minute per side in a hot skillet after cooking.
- Nutrition: Per chop (estimate): 380 calories, 24g fat.
- Fridge: Store airtight up to 4 days, with the packet juices.
- Reheat: Warm gently in the oven at 325°F in the foil — the juices keep them moist.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chops in their juices up to 2 months.
- The Secret to Pork Chops That Never Dry Out
- The secret is the sealed packet. Pork chops dry out because their juices escape and evaporate — the foil traps every drop of steam and butter, so the chop essentially braises in its own juices. Low, gentle heat finishes the job without ever squeezing the moisture out. It's foolproof by design.
Variations & serving ideas
- Ranch version: Sprinkle 1 tbsp dry ranch seasoning per chop instead of the herb mix.
- Mushroom packets: Add a handful of sliced mushrooms to each packet before sealing.
- Lemon herb: Add a lemon slice and extra thyme to each packet for brightness.
- Spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne and smoked paprika to the rub.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving · makes 4 servings
| Nutrient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 728 kcal |
| Total fat | 49 g |
| Saturated fat | 20 g |
| Cholesterol | 200 mg |
| Sodium | 575 mg |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g |
| Fibre | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0 g |
| Protein | 34 g |
Nutrition values are approximate and vary with brands and portion sizes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to make Slow Cooker Foil Packet Pork Chops?
About 4 hours 10 minutes in total: 10 minutes of prep and 4 hours of cooking.
What ingredients do I need for Slow Cooker Foil Packet Pork Chops?
The key ingredients include thick-cut bone-in pork chops, garlic, garlic powder, italian seasoning, paprika and rosemary. The recipe card lists every ingredient with exact amounts.
How should I store leftovers?
Fridge: Store airtight up to 4 days, with the packet juices. Freezer: Freeze cooked chops in their juices up to 2 months.
What oven temperature does this recipe use?
Reheat: Warm gently in the oven at 325°F in the foil — the juices keep them moist.
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