Some meals carry you back to quieter seasons of life. For me, this recipe does exactly that. I first made it on a chilly fall afternoon, when the house felt still and I craved something warm and comforting. As the pork simmered with apples, onions, and spices, the aroma filled every corner of the kitchen—it felt like home before we even sat down to eat.

This is the kind of dinner that fits seamlessly into real life. You set it up in the morning, go about your day, and by evening, dinner is ready. It’s nostalgic yet practical, reminiscent of old‑fashioned baked pork chop dinners but made easier with the slow cooker. Whether for busy weeknights, cozy weekends, or casual holiday gatherings, this dish delivers every time.

Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Apples 🍎🥩

Ingredients

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

1. Season Pork Chops
   Pat dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Optional Browning
   Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sear pork chops 1–2 minutes per side until lightly golden. Transfer to slow cooker.
3. Layer Apples & Onions
   Spread sliced apples and onions evenly over pork chops.
4. Mix Sauce
   Whisk together broth, brown sugar, Dijon, garlic powder, thyme, and cinnamon. Pour over everything in the slow cooker.
5. Cook
   Cover and cook:
   • LOW: 6–7 hours
   • HIGH: 3–4 hours
     Until pork is tender and cooked through.
6. Thicken Sauce
   Mix cornstarch with cold water. Stir into slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH for 15–20 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
7. Serve
   Spoon apples and sauce over pork chops. Serve warm.

“Comfort food isn’t complicated—it’s tender pork, sweet apples, and the warmth of home.” 🍎✨