Southern 3-Ingredient Creamy Pork Chops – Easy, Tender & Comforting Dinner Recipe
If you love simple Southern comfort food, these Southern 3-Ingredient Creamy Pork Chops are a must-try. With only three pantry staples—pork chops, cream of mushroom soup, and onion soup mix—this recipe delivers rich, savory flavor with almost zero effort.
This dish is perfect for busy weeknights, potluck dinners, or whenever you want a hearty, home-cooked meal without spending hours in the kitchen. The sauce turns creamy and flavorful as it bakes, coating the pork chops in the perfect Southern-style gravy.
Why This Recipe Works
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Only 3 ingredients
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Budget-friendly and very easy to prepare
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Bakes into tender, juicy pork chops
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Delicious creamy gravy with no extra effort
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Oven-baked—no frying required
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Family-approved and great for beginners
Ingredients
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4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
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1 can cream of mushroom soup
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1 packet onion soup mix
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This temperature ensures the pork chops cook gently and soak up the creamy sauce without drying out.
Step 2: Arrange Pork Chops in a Baking Dish
Place the pork chops in a baking dish in a single, even layer.
Spacing them out helps them cook evenly and allows the sauce to coat every piece.
Step 3: Prepare the Creamy Sauce
In a bowl, mix together:
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1 can cream of mushroom soup
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1 packet onion soup mix
Stir until the mixture is smooth and fully blended. This combination creates a savory, creamy, onion-flavored gravy as it bakes.
Step 4: Pour Sauce Over the Pork Chops
Spread the soup mixture evenly over the pork chops. Make sure each chop is coated—this is what keeps them juicy and flavorful.
Step 5: Cover and Bake
Cover the baking dish tightly with foil.
Bake for 1 hour, or until the pork chops are tender and cooked through. Baking covered helps trap moisture and creates ultra-tender meat.
Step 6: Uncover and Finish Baking
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
This helps the creamy sauce thicken slightly, turning it into the perfect Southern-style gravy.
Step 7: Serve and Enjoy
Serve the pork chops hot, spooning extra creamy gravy over the top.
Pair them with mashed potatoes, rice, green beans, or Southern biscuits for a complete comfort-food dinner.
Variations & Tips
Swap the Soup
Change the flavor easily by using:
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Cream of chicken soup
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Cream of celery soup
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Cream of onion soup
Add Veggies
Make it heartier with:
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Fresh sliced mushrooms
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Sliced onions
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Baby carrots
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Potatoes
Place them around the pork chops before baking.
Add Sweetness
For a little Southern sweetness:
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Sprinkle 1–2 teaspoons of brown sugar over the pork chops before adding the soup mixture.
Keep the Sauce on the Side
If you have picky eaters, bake the dish as usual but serve the creamy gravy separately so each person can add as much as they like.
Extra Rich Version
Add:
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1/4 cup sour cream (stirred into the soup mixture before baking)
for an extra creamy texture.
What to Serve with Southern Creamy Pork Chops
These sides pair beautifully:
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Mashed potatoes
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White rice or buttered noodles
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Cornbread
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Collard greens
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Steamed broccoli
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Roasted potatoes
Storage & Reheating
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Refrigerate: Up to 3–4 days
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Freeze: Up to 2 months
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Reheat: In the oven or microwave with a spoonful of sauce to keep the pork chops moist
Final Thoughts
This Southern 3-Ingredient Creamy Pork Chop recipe is the perfect example of classic Southern comfort cooking—simple, hearty, flavorful, and made with ingredients you probably already have at home. With minimal effort and maximum taste, it’s sure to become a weeknight favorite.
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