Slow Cooker Beef Chops with Garlic Parmesan Sauce: Seriously, SO Easy!

Alright, lean in. I gotta tell you about this recipe because it has genuinely changed my weeknight dinner game. Like, seriously. It’s my Slow Cooker Beef Chops with Garlic Parmesan Sauce, and honestly? It’s ridiculously good for how little work you actually do.

I wish I could say I nailed it on the first try. Ha! Nope. My first attempt was… memorable. Mostly for how tough the beef was and how kinda blah the sauce turned out. My family, bless their hearts, ate it anyway. But I was like, “No, this could be amazing.” So, I tinkered. A lot. Swapped beef cuts (chuck shoulder is the winner, trust me!), played with the sauce until it was perfectly creamy and garlicky… probably drove everyone crazy talking about it. But THIS? This version is IT.

It’s the kind of dinner you throw together in the morning when you barely have brain cells functioning, and then walk into the house hours later to the most incredible smell. The beef? It practically melts if you look at it funny. And the sauce… oh man, that creamy, cheesy, garlicky sauce is just pure comfort. Like a warm hug from the inside out. You just have to make this. Seriously.

The Goods: What You Need for Slow Cooker Beef Chops with Garlic Parmesan Sauce

So, what magical stuff do we need? Don’t panic, it’s mostly normal things you might even have hanging around. Here’s the shopping list for these epic Slow Cooker Beef Chops with Garlic Parmesan Sauce:

• Beef Chops: Grab about 1.5, maybe 2 pounds (around 700-900g). If you see boneless beef chuck shoulder chops, pounce on them! They get SO tender it’s unreal. Can’t find ’em? It’s cool. A regular chuck roast cut into thick slices works great too. Short ribs? Yeah, you could do that, you fancy thing (might need a touch longer cooking).
• Olive Oil: Just a splash (okay, 2 tablespoons) for browning the beef. Don’t skip this, it makes everything taste better!
• Onion: One regular ol’ medium onion, chopped. Yellow, white, whatever floats your boat.
• Garlic: Okay, recipe says 4-6 cloves, minced. I say, go wild. Is there such a thing as too much garlic in a garlic parmesan sauce? I think not. Measure with your heart, friend. Forgot fresh? Sigh. Okay, a teaspoon or so of garlic powder will work, but it won’t be the same glorious punch. Just sayin’.
• Beef Broth: A cup (240ml). Low sodium is smart so things don’t get crazy salty. No beef? Veggie broth is fine, the world won’t end. It just won’t be quite as beefy.
• Italian Seasoning: One tablespoon. That herby goodness is key. Out of the blend? Just wing it with some dried oregano, basil, thyme, maybe a pinch of rosemary? Close enough!
• Salt & Black Pepper: Duh. Salt the beef before browning, taste the sauce later. You know the drill. I usually start with about a teaspoon salt, half teaspoon pepper.
• Cream Cheese: Four ounces (half a block, 113g), cubed up. Let it soften on the counter for a bit – makes it easier to whisk in later. This is the secret weapon for creamy sauce dreams!
• Heavy Cream: Half a cup (120ml). Go on, live a little. It makes the sauce so luxurious. Trying to behave? Okay, half-and-half is passable, but it won’t hug you quite the same way.
• Parmesan Cheese: Half a cup (about 50g) grated. And I mean grated by you. Please, oh please, skip the powdery stuff in the shaker can. Grate a block of real Parm – it melts a million times better and tastes like actual cheese. You won’t regret it. Get extra for sprinkling too!
• Fresh Parsley: Optional, but nice! A couple of tablespoons chopped adds a bit of green and freshness right at the end. Makes you look fancy.

Timing: The Slow Cooker Does the Hard Part (Thank Goodness!)

This is where you get to feel like a genius. Minimal effort, maximum reward.

• Actual Work Time: Maybe 15-20 minutes? Seriously, just browning beef and chopping stuff. You can do that while half-asleep or yelling at the kids/dog/partner.
• Chill Time (aka Cook Time): Pop it on LOW for 6-8 hours, or HIGH for 4-5 hours if you’re in more of a hurry. Honestly though? Low and slow is where the magic happens for tenderness.
• Total Time: Yeah, it’s a few hours total, but who cares? You’re not doing anything!

Think about those nights when cooking feels like climbing Mount Everest. This recipe is the opposite. It’s like, 20 minutes of “ugh, cooking,” then hours of “la la la, dinner is making itself, I’m amazing.” Way better than hovering over a stove, right?

How to Make These Amazing Slow Cooker Beef Chops: Step-by-Step!

Okay, deep breath. You can totally do this. It’s ridiculously easy.

Step 1: Brown That Beef!

First things first, pat those beef chops dry with paper towels. Helps them get nice and brown instead of kinda grey and sad. Season ’em up good with salt and pepper. Get your skillet hot over medium-high heat with the olive oil. When it shimmers, lay those chops in – listen to that sizzle! Don’t overcrowd the pan, okay? Brown ’em for 2-3 minutes per side until they look gorgeous. Then transfer those beauties to your slow cooker pot. Don’t wash the skillet!

Step 2: Quick Sauté

Toss your chopped onion right into that beefy skillet. Stir it around for 3-4 minutes until it softens up. Now, throw in the minced garlic (all of it!) and the Italian seasoning. Stir for like, one more minute, just until you smell that amazing garlic – watch it like a hawk so it doesn’t burn! Burnt garlic = sad times.

Step 3: Get All the Flavor Bits!

Pour the beef broth into the skillet. Use a spoon or spatula to scrape scrape scrape up all those tasty brown bits stuck to the bottom. That’s flavor, people! Pure gold! Let it bubble for a quick sec. Now, pour this whole delicious mess right over the beef in the slow cooker. Yes!

Step 4: Set It and FORGET It!

Put the lid on that slow cooker. Turn it to LOW (6-8 hours) or HIGH (4-5 hours). Now, shoo! Go away! Do whatever you need to do. The slow cooker’s got this. Your house will start smelling insanely good later – try not to drool.

Step 5: The Grand Finale – That Creamy Sauce!

Okay, about 30 minutes before you wanna eat, gently fish the beef chops out (they’ll be super tender, be careful!) and put them on a plate. Tent ’em with foil to keep warm. Now, look at that lovely liquid left in the pot. Add your softened cream cheese cubes. Whisk it, whisk it good! Keep going until it’s mostly smooth. Then pour in the heavy cream and the grated Parmesan. Whisk again until it’s smooth, creamy, and looks like something you want to dive into face-first. Give it a taste. Need salt? Pepper? Now’s the time. Is the sauce thinner than you like? No sweat. Either let it simmer uncovered on HIGH for 15 mins or so, OR mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water to make a slurry, then whisk that in. Boom. Thickened.

Step 6: Reunion Time! Serve it UP!

Gently put the beef chops back into that glorious sauce. Spoon some sauce over them. Let them just hang out in there for a few minutes, soaking up all that goodness. Alright, time to plate it up! Serve your incredible Slow Cooker Beef Chops with Garlic Parmesan Sauce piping hot. Sprinkle with parsley and more Parm if you’re feeling it (and why wouldn’t you be?). Brace yourself for the “Oh my, this is amazing!” comments.

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Wanna Lighten it Up? Totally Can!

Okay, so it’s pretty rich. If you want to tweak it for whatever reason (health, preference, ran out of cream…), here are some ideas:

• Leaner Meat: Yeah, you can use a leaner cut like round steak cut thick, just trim it well. It won’t be quite as fall-apart tender as chuck, but hey, still tasty beef in amazing sauce!
• Dairy Swaps: Low-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel) is a decent sub. Half-and-half instead of heavy cream cuts fat but also richness. I dunno about Greek yogurt here… sounds kinda risky with the heat, might get weird. Your call!
• Salt Police: Use that low-sodium broth! Taste before you add extra salt at the end.
• Sneaky Veggies: Toss in sliced mushrooms, carrots, celery, whatever, with the onions. They basically dissolve into deliciousness and add some extra vitamins. Win-win!

How to Serve This Pile of Deliciousness? Oh, Let Me Count the Ways!

This Slow Cooker Beef Chops with Garlic Parmesan Sauce needs a buddy to soak up all that liquid gold. My top picks:

• Mashed Potatoes: Creamy, fluffy mashed potatoes are basically REQUIRED. It’s the law. Okay, not really, but it’s the best. Cauliflower mash works too if you’re doing the low-carb thing!
• Noodles, Glorious Noodles: Wide egg noodles? Yes please. Pappardelle? Oh heck yeah. Anything that sauce can cling to!
• Rice: Simple steamed rice (white or brown) is a solid choice. Lets the sauce be the star.
• Lower Carb Buddies: Zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash are surprisingly good with this! Or just pile it next to some roasted broccoli or green beans.
• BREAD! I said it before, I’ll say it again. You need good, crusty bread. For mopping. For soaking. For getting every last drop of that sauce. It’s essential! Don’t argue!
• My Fave Move: Like I mentioned, sometimes I wilt a big handful of spinach into the sauce right before serving. Makes me feel virtuous. Ish.

Leftovers? If You’re Lucky! Storing Your Beef Chops

Honestly, we rarely have leftovers of this. But if you do, here’s the plan:

• Fridge: Let it cool down completely (important!). Shove it into an airtight container. It’ll be good for 3-4 days. Lunch tomorrow? Yes!
• Freezer: Yep, freezes pretty well! Cool it completely, pack into freezer containers or bags. Squeeze out the air. Good for 2-3 months. Just know: Sometimes creamy things look a bit funky when they thaw. Don’t freak out.
• Reheating: Be gentle! Low heat on the stove, stirring often, is best. A splash of broth or cream can help if it’s super thick. Microwave works too (medium power, stir!). If frozen, thaw in the fridge first. If the sauce looks separated, just whisk it well as it heats – it usually comes back together just fine.
• Cheat Prep: Chop veggies ahead! Sear beef ahead! Store ’em in the fridge. Makes assembly morning even faster!

Seriously Though, You HAVE To Make This! Pretty Please?

Okay, I’m gonna stop rambling soon, promise. But I just get SO excited about this recipe because it delivers SO MUCH flavour for SO LITTLE actual work. It feels like a cheat code for amazing dinners!

Those melt-in-your-mouth Slow Cooker Beef Chops with Garlic Parmesan Sauce… it’s comfort, it’s flavour, it’s easy… it’s everything you want in a meal after a long day. Or even on a lazy weekend!

So please, for the love of all things delicious, give this a try! Make it! And then – AND THIS IS IMPORTANT – come back here and tell me how it went! Did you love it? Did you tweak it? What did you serve it with? Spill the beans in the comments! I genuinely wanna know!

Go forth and cook! You got this!