Crockpot Pork Chops Apples (Printer-Friendly)
Slow-cooked pork chops combine with apples, onions, and spices for a warm, comforting autumn dish.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Pork Chops
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4 boneless pork chops, approximately 1 inch thick
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon granulated chicken bouillon powder
→ Apple-Onion Mix
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2 medium Fuji apples, sliced
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1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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½ teaspoon dried thyme
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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½ cup chicken broth
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
# Preparation Steps:
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Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. Season evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and chicken bouillon powder, pressing the seasoning into the meat.
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Spread sliced apples and onions evenly across the bottom of the crockpot. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon and dried thyme for added warmth and aroma.
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In a small bowl, combine Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and chicken broth until smooth. Pour sauce evenly over the apple and onion mixture in the crockpot.
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Nestle the seasoned pork chops on top of the apple-onion sauce layer. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours until the pork is tender.
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About 20 minutes before serving, dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of cold water to form a slurry. Stir the slurry gently into the crockpot, cover, and allow the sauce to thicken.
# Additional Suggestions:
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For even cooking, slice apples and onions uniformly using a mandoline or sharp knife.
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Optional: Sear pork chops in a hot skillet for 1–2 minutes per side before slow cooking to enhance flavor and color.
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Allow pork chops to rest uncovered for 5 minutes after cooking to redistribute juices.
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Garnish with freshly chopped thyme or parsley before serving to elevate aroma and appearance.