My slow cooker apples and pork chops is a cozy meal that is full of savory sweet flavor. Pork chops are slow cooked with onions, apple pie filling, and onion soup mix to make a meal worthy of Sunday dinner.

One of my favorite flavor combinations, especially in the fall is pork and apples and this slow cooker apples and pork chops recipe is the perfect way to bring these two ingredients together.

In my family we call these apple pie pork chops. It’s a meal the kids frequently request, especially once school starts back in the fall. I love it because it’s so easy to put together and let the slow cooker do the work.

This easy dinner is packed with sweet and savory flavor. Apple pie filling might seem a little unconventional but it adds the perfect sweet balance to the onion soup mix and broth creating a flavorful gravy that is so good over the pork chops.

We like serving this over fluffy mashed potatoes to really soak up all of the gravy but it’s also wonderful with a variety of other sides like Stove Top stuffing in the oven.

Be sure to check out these other slow cooker dinners like slow cooker french onion chicken, slow cooker pineapple pork, and slow cooker country style ribs.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Sweet and savory. The combination of savory pork chops and onion soup mix combined with cinnamon apples is such a great comfort food combo.
• Set it and forget it. This recipe is so simple to make. Let your slow cooker do all of the work.
• Wonderful family meal. Even picky eaters love the flavors of this pork chop recipe.
• Cozy fall flavor. A cozy, comforting meal perfect for Fall and Winter.

Ingredients

Slow cooker pork chops with apples can be made with a few pantry ingredients.

• Pork chops: I am using 1/2-inch thick boneless pork chops. You can also use bone in pork chops. Make sure not to use the thin sliced pork chops.
• Onions – Thinly sliced onions add a layer of flavor.
• Beef broth – Used as cooking liquid and adds rich flavor. Chicken broth can be used as a substitute.
• Lipton onion soup mix – A pack of onion soup mix adds wonderful flavor to the pork.
• Poultry seasoning, salt, pepper – Poultry seasoning is made up of sage, rosemary, and thyme which pair perfectly with the pork and apples
• Butter – A little bit of butter adds richness to the sauce.
• Apple pie filling – Tender, cinnamon spiced apples creates a sweet and savory combination that creates a cozy, comforting meal.

How to make slow cooker apples and pork chops

1. Place sliced onions and beef broth in the slow cooker.
2. Top with the pork chops.

3. Sprinkle on the poultry seasoning, salt, pepper, and Lipton onion soup mix. Top with pieces of butter.
4. Pour in the apple pie filling over the pork chops.

5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

Heather’s recipe tips

• Don’t use thinly sliced pork chops. Thin pork chops won’t hold up well.
• Layer to enhance flavors. I recommend putting the onions on the bottom of the slow cooker to help them caramelize and also to help prevent the pork chops form sticking.
• Try adding fresh apples. If you want even more apple flavor, you can add fresh, sliced apples the last hour of cooking.

Serving suggestions

Harvest pork chops are great on their own but I like serving them with things like mashed potatoes, rice, over buttered noodles, whipped sweet potatoes, stuffing balls, or a side or roasted vegetables.

Storage instructions

Store: Let the pork chops cool off and then store in an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Freeze: You can freeze these pork chops by letting them cool and then store in a freezer safe bag or container. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in the oven or back in the slow cooker.

FAQ’s

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