These easy glazed Crock Pot Pork Chops are slow cooker in a mixture of apple juice, brown sugar, garlic, onions and seasonings and are fall apart tender! Great with mashed potatoes or egg noodles. Dump and go!
Got more pork chops? Try these Juicy & Flavorful Smothered Pork Chops, these Baked Pork Chops or these Air Fryer Pork Chops next!
Here we are, friends — the second pork chop recipe on The Recipe Rebel!
The first? These Instant Pot Pork Chops with Bacon Apple Glaze. <— so, so good.
For some reason, I don’t think to make pork chops a lot.
I guess because they can become overcooked and dry so quickly, and I find myself sticking to easier to cook or juicier meats.
But I’ve found that from the Instant Pot and the slow cooker, we can get tender, juicy pork chops, with a ton of flavor with very little prep time.
Should you brown pork chops before adding to the crockpot?
When I was dreaming up this recipe, I was really torn on whether or not to sear the pork chops first, or just throw them in.
Searing the pork chops beforehand adds a ton of flavor and I find you get less fat in the glaze as it cooks.
But honestly? I have a toddler who knows when I’m ignoring her to cook dinner (whatever time of day) and throws a fit.
It kind of blows my mind because she is the sweetest, happiest kid most of the time (we all have our moments), but I try to get something done in the kitchen and it’s like she just can’t handle it.
Dinner prep time? Not a lot.
If you want, you can definitely throw your pork chops in the slow cooker without searing. I won’t judge! But I think for best results, searing crock pot pork chops is always a good idea. Even if you do it one-handed with a toddler on your hip! 😉
How to make Crock Pot Pork Chops:
- Sear the pork chops for 1-2 minutes on each side over high heat — you can skip this part, but it will give you the best results. Just don’t cook too long!
- Add the pork chops to the crockpot.
- Stir together the glaze, and pour over the pork chops.
- Slow cooker until fall apart tender!
- Serve with some mashed potatoes, rice or bread to soak up that tasty sauce!
Variations on these slow cooker pork chops:
Here are a few different ways to make these:
- Stir in some barbecue sauce to the sauce before serving for a sweet and smoky twist.
- Add in some browned bacon and onions if you’re planning to sear the pork chops before adding to the crockpot.
- Throw some cubed potatoes — gasp — right in the slow cooker with the pork chops! Keep in mind that potatoes can take some time to cook so you want to cut them down into cubes.
- Skip the apple juice and stir in some ranch dressing to the sauce before serving (I’m not a ranch dressing person, butI hear lots of people love this combo 😉 )
What to serve with these Crock Pot Pork Chops:
The great thing about these glazed pork chops is that they really go well with so many things! Simple buttered egg noodles or mashed potatoes, or even a side salad if you’re trying to get in extra veggies.
These are some of our favorite side dishes to serve with these Crock Pot Pork Chops:
- Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes Recipe
- Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes Recipe
- Instant Pot Baked Potatoes Recipe
- No Cream Slow Cooker Creamed Corn
- Slow Cooker Honey Orange Glazed Carrots
Looking for more great pork recipes?
- Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry Sauce
- Easy Slow Cooker Pork Loin Recipe
- 25+ Pork Tenderloin Recipes
Glazed Crock Pot Pork Chops
written by Ashley Fehr
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 6 thick cut boneless pork chops
- 1 small onion sliced
- 3/4 cup unsweetened apple juice
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat oil over medium-high heat and sear pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side, just until lightly browned.
- Slice onion and lay in the bottom of a 2.5-4 quart crockpot.
- Combine apple juice, sugar, vinegar, corn starch, garlic, thyme, mustard, paprika, and pepper with a whisk until combined. Pour over pork chops.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours until tender. Use additional corn starch and water slurry to thicken glaze if desired and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Olga Melo says
If I double the pork chops do I double the ingredients as well . I got two men here and have huge appetites…
The Recipe Rebel says
Hi Olga, I would. Hope you enjoy it!
Patricia Riippi says
This is a favorite of my husband and I. So easy and SO delicious! I’ve prepared it several times for company and everyone raves about it.
Melissa says
Can’t seem to find unsweetened apple juice! Any suggestions?
Ashley Fehr says
You can use sweetened apple juice and reduce the brown sugar slightly
Catrena Hughes says
Could you make this with chicken? Was just thinking this might be a good chicken recipe. Thanks :o)
Ashley Fehr says
Definitely! If using chicken breasts I would cook on low for 3 hours
Erin says
The meal came out perfectly. Everyone asks where I get my recipes I always say RECIPE REBEL.
Ashley Fehr says
Thank you Erin! That means the world to me!
Alicia says
Can you make in oven?
Ashley Fehr says
You can but I haven’t tested it so I’m not sure what the cook time would be
Jerry says
Thank you so much!
I have a friend who I love to cook for because well he won’t eat if someone doesn’t remind him it is meal time, but he is very fussy worse than a 2-year od when it comes to his food, he just won’t eat certain things, depends on colour, texture, taste and oh my so many things ha ha ha ha
But I took a chance and made this for him and served it with pasta (one food he will eat) and oh my god he ate it and actually liked it!
So a HUGE thank you for helping me find food he will actually eat, now when he comes over again I know what I will make.
Ashley Fehr says
Thank you Jerry! I have a few picky eaters here so I know what that’s like! I’m so glad it was a hit 🙂
Cristalrella says
Could I make these with frozen chops? If so, how would long would I keep them in the crock?
Ashley Fehr says
You definitely can but I’m not sure exactly how much more time would be needed. I would add a couple hours to the cook time for sure.
jen groezinger says
Hi Ashley! Which is better..slowcook or intant pot?? For any meal!? Thanx! LOVE ur recipes!!
Jen G
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Jen! Honestly, I love both, it just depends on your lifestyle. The Instant Pot is mostly hands off but can take 30-60 minutes total. The slow cooker is great for cooking something you can eat right away when you get home.
Eden says
So good and such an easy meal!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Eden! I’m so glad to hear that!
Heather says
This is such a great slow cooker recipe! My family loves these pork chops.
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Heather!
Becky Hardin says
These look so awesome! Loving that glaze!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Becky!
Steph says
These pork chops were a huge hit with the entire family! So delcious!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Steph!
Julie Blanner says
I normally just grill or bake my pork chops but I can’t wait to try this crockpot version! I’m all for the easiness of this, especially on those busy weeknights.
Ashley Fehr says
Yes! Easy is the way to go!
lauren kelly says
This was the first time I made pork chops in the crock pot! Delicious!
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Lauren!