Apple Pork Chops in the Crock Pot
Treat your taste buds to the cozy, comforting flavors of fall with these Apple Pork Chops in the Crock Pot. Tender bone-in pork chops are seared to golden perfection, then slow-cooked alongside layers of sweet, tangy apples and caramelized onions. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg and lightly sweetened with brown sugar, this dish creates a luscious balance of savory and sweet. A splash of chicken broth ensures each bite is melt-in-your-mouth tender. Perfect for busy weeknights or a weekend family dinner, this one-pot meal is as easy as it is delicious. Serve straight from the crock pot with the rich apple-onion mixture spooned over top, and pair it with sides like mashed potatoes or roasted veggies for a wholesome, flavorful feast.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops
- 3 pieces Apples (firm, like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 piece Yellow onion
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Season the pork chops with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Set aside.
Step 3
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges. Set aside.
Step 4
Thinly slice the yellow onion and set aside.
Step 5
In the bottom of the slow cooker, layer half of the apple slices and half of the onion slices.
Step 6
Place the seared pork chops on top of the apple and onion layer.
Step 7
Sprinkle cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar evenly over the pork chops.
Step 8
Add the remaining apples and onions on top of the pork chops, creating a second layer.
Step 9
Pour the chicken broth over the layers in the crock pot.
Step 10
Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the pork chops are tender and cooked through.
Step 11
Serve the pork chops with the apple and onion mixture spooned over the top for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1792.9 grams (1792.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2431 |
| Total Fat 127.50g | 163% |
| Saturated Fat 42.40g | 212% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g | |
| Cholesterol 544mg | 181% |
| Sodium 3403mg | 148% |
| Total Carbohydrate 116.40g | 42% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.20g | 65% |
| Total Sugars 79.80g | |
| Protein 198.20g | 396% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 211mg | 16% |
| Iron 8mg | 43% |
| Potassium 3580mg | 76% |
Source of Calories