Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pork Chops
Description
These Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pork Chops are incredibly tender, juicy, and coated in a rich sweet-savory glaze. Slowly cooked with garlic, honey, and spices, the pork absorbs deep flavor while staying perfectly moist. This easy dump-and-go recipe is ideal for busy days and delivers restaurant-quality results with minimal effort.
Ingredients
For the Pork:
- 4–6 bone-in pork chops
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
- ⅓ cup honey 🍯
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup chicken broth
Instructions
1. Season the Pork
- Pat pork chops dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
2. Make the Sauce
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, olive oil, thyme, pepper, and broth.
3. Assemble
- Place pork chops in the slow cooker.
- Pour sauce evenly over the top.
4. Cook
- Cover and cook:
- Low: 6–7 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
5. Finish
- Spoon sauce over pork before serving.
- Optional: thicken sauce with cornstarch slurry for a glaze.
Tips
- Sear pork chops before slow cooking for extra flavor 🔥
- Use thick-cut chops for juicier results
- Add potatoes or carrots for a full meal 🥔
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions
Notes
- Sauce thickens naturally as it cooks
- Honey adds a subtle caramelized flavor
- Perfect for meal prep—tastes even better the next day
Servings
- Serves: 4–6
Nutritional Information (per serving, approx.)
- Calories: 410
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fat: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
Benefits
- High in protein for muscle support
- Easy one-pot slow cooker meal
- Balanced sweet & savory flavor
- Minimal prep time
Q&A
Q: Can I use boneless pork chops?
A: Yes, reduce cooking time slightly to avoid drying out.
Q: How do I thicken the sauce?
A: Add 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with water and cook 15 minutes more.
Q: Can I make this in the oven?
A: Yes, bake covered at 350°F (175°C) for about 1.5–2 hours.
Q: Can I freeze leftovers?
A: Yes, store up to 2 months in an airtight container.
Q: What should I serve it with?
A: Rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
