Dinner · Part 1 of 3: Ingredients
Creamy Parmesan Garlic Herb Ribeye Pork Chops

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This slow cooker recipe delivers juicy, bone-in ribeye pork chops and tender baby potatoes in a rich, velvety Parmesan cream cheese sauce. With just a few minutes of prep, you can dump everything into the Crockpot and let it work its magic.
The garlic and rosemary infuse every bite with savory aroma, while the cream cheese and Parmesan create a luxurious sauce that coats each forkful. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy Sunday dinner.
There's something deeply satisfying about a meal that comes together with almost no effort, and this slow cooker pork chop recipe is exactly that. The combination of bone-in ribeye chops, buttery baby potatoes, and a creamy Parmesan sauce feels indulgent, yet the preparation is almost laughably simple.
You simply layer the ingredients in the slow cooker, set the timer, and walk away. Hours later, you return to a bubbling pot of tender meat and potatoes in a silky, garlicky sauce that tastes like you spent all day in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- 4 bone-in ribeye pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 1/2 lb baby Yukon Gold potatoes, halved
- 6 cloves garlic, smashed
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Why this recipe works
The slow cooker transforms tough, flavorful bone-in pork chops into fork-tender meat that falls off the bone. The low, gentle heat breaks down connective tissue, keeping the chops moist and juicy. Meanwhile, the baby Yukon Gold potatoes absorb the savory sauce as they cook, becoming creamy and infused with garlic and rosemary. The cream cheese and Parmesan melt together into a smooth, rich sauce that clings to every ingredient.
This recipe is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it meal. Because everything cooks together in one pot, the flavors meld beautifully, and cleanup is minimal. The high moisture content of the cream cheese and the natural juices from the pork create a self-basting environment, so nothing dries out. The result is a dish that feels luxurious and comforting, with very little hands-on time required.
Notes and substitutions
Bone-in ribeye pork chops are ideal because the bone adds flavor and helps keep the meat moist. Look for chops about 1 inch thick so they cook evenly. If using boneless chops, reduce the cooking time by about 30 minutes.
Baby Yukon Gold potatoes are creamy and hold their shape well; you can substitute baby red potatoes or halved fingerlings. Fresh rosemary is essential for the best flavor, but dried rosemary can work in a pinch.
A 6-quart slow cooker is the right size for this recipe; if yours is smaller, you may need to adjust the amount of ingredients. Softened cream cheese blends more smoothly, so take it out of the fridge ahead of time.
Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-shredded, which often contains anti-caking agents. For a lighter sauce, use Neufchâtel cheese, or for a dairy-free version, use a plant-based cream cheese and omit the Parmesan.
- bone-in ribeye pork chops: boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick) — reduce cooking time by 30 minutes
- baby Yukon Gold potatoes: baby red potatoes or halved fingerling potatoes
- fresh rosemary: 1 tsp dried rosemary (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- cream cheese: Neufchâtel cheese or dairy-free cream cheese (for a lighter or dairy-free version)
Equipment
- 6-quart slow cooker
- Measuring spoons
- Chef's knife
- Cutting board
- Wooden spoon or spatula
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