Slow Cooker Honey Pork Chops and Apples

Slow cooker honey pork chops and apples is a delightful and comforting dish that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless pork chops
• 2 apples, cored and sliced (use varieties like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji)
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
• 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
• Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the pork chops: Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Layer ingredients in the slow cooker: Place the seasoned pork chops in the bottom of the slow cooker. Arrange the sliced apples around and on top of the pork chops.
3. Make the honey sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and ground ginger until well combined.
4. Pour the sauce over the pork chops and apples: Pour the honey sauce evenly over the pork chops and apples in the slow cooker.
5. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours, or until the pork chops are tender and cooked through.
6. Optional: Thicken the sauce: If desired, you can thicken the sauce towards the end of cooking. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry, then stir it into the sauce in the slow cooker. Allow the sauce to cook for an additional 15-30 minutes on high heat, or until thickened.
7. Serve: Once the pork chops and apples are cooked to perfection, serve them hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if desired. You can spoon some of the delicious honey sauce from the slow cooker over the pork chops and apples before serving.
8. Enjoy: Enjoy your slow cooker honey pork chops and apples with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.

This dish is sure to become a family favorite with its tender pork chops, sweet and tangy apples, and flavorful honey sauce. Plus, it’s easy to prepare and perfect for busy days when you want a delicious homemade meal without a lot of effort.

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