A slow cooker is perfect for pork chops and apples—the meat stays tender while the apples melt into a lightly sweet, savory sauce.
Here’s a simple, reliable version:
🍎 Slow Cooker Pork Chops & Apples
🧾 Ingredients
- 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 2–3 apples (sliced; slightly tart works best)
- 1 onion (optional, sliced)
- 1 cup apple juice or broth
- 1–2 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Salt & black pepper
🔥 Instructions
1. Layer the base
Add sliced apples and onions to the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Season the pork
Season pork chops with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cinnamon.
3. Assemble
Place pork chops on top of the apples. Pour in apple juice or broth. Sprinkle a little brown sugar if you like a sweeter flavor.
4. Cook
- LOW: 6–7 hours
- HIGH: 3–4 hours
Cook until pork is tender and fully cooked.
🍽️ Optional finishing touch
If you want a thicker sauce:
- Remove pork chops
- Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with water
- Stir into the liquid and cook 10–15 more minutes
💡 Tips
- Use firmer apples (like Granny Smith) so they don’t completely break down
- Don’t overcook—pork can get too soft in a slow cooker
- Add a splash of mustard or garlic for more savory depth
🧾 What it’s like
- Sweet + savory flavor
- Very tender pork
- Soft apples that turn into a natural sauce
If you want, I can give you a no-sugar version, a creamy version, or a one-pot meal with potatoes included.