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This super simple, amazing crock pot recipe for Pork Chops with Caramelizes Apples and Onions can be assembled in just minutes.
Apples and onions are sliced thinly…
…then layered in your handy crock pot.
Brown sugar gets sprinkled over the top of the apples and onions.
Then just add your pork chops, seasoned generously with salt and pepper. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours.
The apples and onions naturally caramelize and pork is juicy and flavorful. It’s fast, easy and delicious!
It’s great served alongside any of the following…
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops
- 3 granny smith apples
- 2 yellow onions
- 1/3 C packed brown sugar
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Slice your onions and apples into thin slices.
2. Spray the inside of a large crock pot. Layer the onions along the bottom, and then the apples.
3. Sprinkle the brown sugar over the top of the apples.
4. Season the pork chops with the salt and pepper generously on both sides.
5. Place the pork chops on top of the apples, cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
Recipe from Mels Kitchen Cafe
I’m thinking you could quickly brown them first, before putting them in the crock pot. That may solve the visual appeal. I’m going to use Splenda brown sugar 🙂
On my weekend list to try.. Can’t wait !
Do the pork chops need to be thawed? Or can you use frozen? These look delish!
Alexandra,
Yes, the pork chops need to be completely thawed. Good luck! Hope you love the dish.
~Jamie
I made these chops yesterday, seasoned both sides chops and browned them first and added 2 cubes chicken bouillon . These were WONDERFUL served over mashed potatoes with cream cheese and small amount shredded cheddar and roasted garlic whipped up with potatoes. This is absolutely my most favorite new fall dinner. Was very easy too!
Doesn’t it?! I think that one is going to be my favorite one! We shall seeee! Another frined also suggested chicken tortilla soup. Adding that to my soup list! I’ve pinned several recipes on Pinterest for chicken tortilla soup, so I’ll have to use one them. Thanks, Breanna!
I’m a BYU student right now and this was such an ez, affordable meal ! Loved it!
Quick question. On the carmelized pork chops with apples and onions, Shouldn’t the crockpot be set to 4 hrs on high instead of low? Low does not seem like it will cook the meat thoroughly.
Looks yummy! Question for you. Do you use bone-in pork chops? If so, how thick of pork chops?!?! What size of crock pot do you use?
I’m excited to make these!
Hey, good to find soemone who agrees with me. GMTA.
I have to go to work all day so can I still put this on in the morning? I’m worried I’ll be gone too long and it may over cook.
Hi Blair,
Just depends on how high your crock pot cooks. If you leave it on low for 6-8 hours it should be ok.
Best of luck,
~Jamie