Crockpot Pork Chops Apples (Ready-to-Print Version)
Slow-cooked pork chops with Fuji apples, onions, cinnamon, and thyme create a warm, flavorful dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Pork Chops
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4 boneless pork chops, about 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
→ Apple-Onion Mixture
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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
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and chicken bouillon powder, pressing seasoning into the meat for full flavor.
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Layer sliced apples and thinly sliced onions in the bottom of the crockpot. Sprinkle ground cinnamon and dried thyme over the mixture to add warmth and aroma.
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Whisk Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and chicken broth together in a small bowl until fully combined. Pour evenly over the apple and onion base in the crockpot.
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Place seasoned pork chops atop the apple-onion-sauce layer. Cover and cook on low heat for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until pork is tender and easily pierced with a fork.
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About 20 minutes before serving, dissolve cornstarch in 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry. Stir slurry gently into the crockpot, cover, and allow the sauce to thicken as cooking finishes.
# Handy Tips:
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For a richer flavor and improved texture, sear pork chops in a hot skillet for 1–2 minutes per side before slow cooking.
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Allow pork chops to rest uncovered for 5 minutes after cooking to redistribute juices for maximum tenderness.
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Use a mandoline or a sharp knife to slice apples and onions evenly to prevent mushiness during cooking.
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Fresh herbs like thyme or parsley sprinkled just before serving enhance aroma and presentation.