This is the kind of no-fuss supper my sister leans on when the day gets away from her but she still wants a real, sit-down meal. These slow cooker 3-ingredient ranch pork chops are wrapped up individually so they stay tender and juicy, almost like little Sunday-dinner care packages waiting for you. It reminds me of the way my mother used to tuck potatoes into the coals at the edge of a bonfire—everything sealed up so the flavor stayed put. Here we lean on a packet of ranch, a stick of butter, and good old pork chops. The slow cooker does the work while you’re off at your job, running errands, or chasing grandkids, and you come home to the smell of comfort food ready to plate.

These chops are rich and buttery, so they’re lovely with simple, down-home sides. Spoon the buttery ranch juices over mashed potatoes or egg noodles, and add a green vegetable like steamed green beans, peas, or a simple tossed salad to balance things out. Warm dinner rolls or a slice of crusty bread are perfect for soaking up every last bit of that seasoned butter from the foil packets. If you like, add a side of applesauce or coleslaw for that classic Midwestern meat-and-three feeling.

Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Ranch Pork Chops

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 boneless pork chops, about 1-inch thick
1 (1-ounce) packet dry ranch seasoning mix
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, sliced

Directions