Slow Cooker Foil Packet Peach Pork Chops
Description
Slow Cooker Foil Packet Peach Pork Chops are juicy, tender pork chops cooked in individual foil packets with sweet peaches, savory seasonings, and a flavorful glaze. The slow cooker keeps the meat moist while the foil locks in juices and creates a delicious sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for busy days and makes cleanup simple.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless or bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 2 cups sliced fresh, canned, or frozen peaches
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- 2 tbsp butter, divided
- Heavy-duty aluminum foil
Method
Step 1: Prepare Foil Packets
Cut 4 large sheets of heavy-duty foil. Lightly grease each sheet.
Step 2: Season Pork
Rub pork chops with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
Step 3: Make Peach Glaze
In a bowl, mix peaches, onion, garlic, brown sugar, mustard, soy sauce, vinegar, and olive oil.
Step 4: Assemble Packets
Place one pork chop in the center of each foil sheet. Spoon peach mixture over each chop. Add a small piece of butter on top.
Step 5: Seal Packets
Fold foil tightly to seal each packet, leaving a little room for steam circulation.
Step 6: Place in Slow Cooker
Arrange packets in the slow cooker.
Step 7: Cook
Cover and cook on Low for 5–6 hours or High for 2½–3 hours, until pork is tender.
Step 8: Serve
Carefully open packets (hot steam). Serve chops with peach sauce over rice, potatoes, or vegetables.
Time Taken
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5–6 hours Low
- Total Time: About 6 hours
Servings
Serves 4 people
Nutritional Info (Per Serving Approx.)
- Calories: 360
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fat: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
Benefits
- High in protein for muscle support
- Sweet and savory balanced flavor
- Easy individual foil packet portions
- Minimal cleanup
- Great for meal prep
- Peaches add vitamins and natural sweetness
Notes
- Bone-in chops stay juicier than thin boneless chops.
- Use canned peaches drained if using canned fruit.
- Cooking time varies by thickness of chops.
- Do not overcook lean pork chops.
Tips
- Sear chops first for extra flavor.
- Add bell peppers for more vegetables.
- Use peach preserves if fresh peaches are unavailable.
- Add chili flakes for sweet heat.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Q&A
Q: Can I use chicken instead of pork?
Yes, chicken breasts or thighs work well.
Q: Can I cook without foil?
Yes, place ingredients directly in slow cooker, but foil helps keep portions neat.
Q: Can I freeze leftovers?
Yes, freeze up to 2 months.
Q: What sides go best?
Rice, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or salad.
Q: How do I know pork is done?
It should be tender and reach safe internal temperature.