Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 6–7 hours (low) or 3–4 hours (high)Servings: 4Ingredients:4 bone-in or boneless pork chops (about 1-inch thick)2 apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work great)3 medium potatoes, sliced (Yukon gold or red potatoes)1 onion, thinly sliced2 cloves garlic, minced3 tablespoons butter, cut into small pats1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon dried rosemary½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for warm apple notes)Salt and black pepper, to taste½ cup chicken broth or apple cider (for extra flavor and moisture)Instructions:1. Layer the Base:Place the sliced potatoes and onions evenly at the bottom of the slow cooker.2. Add Pork Chops:Season both sides of the pork chops with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Lay them on top of the potatoes and onions.3. Top with Apples & Butter:Distribute the sliced apples over the pork chops. Add minced garlic and dot the top with butter pats. Sprinkle with a dash of cinnamon if desired.4. Add Liquid:Pour chicken broth (or apple cider) over everything to keep it moist and flavorful.5. Cook:Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until pork is tender and fully cooked and potatoes are soft.6. Serve:Spoon some of the apples and juices over the pork chops when serving. Enjoy with crusty bread or a side salad.Tips:Want a richer sauce? Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir into the juices during the last 30 minutes to thicken.You can swap the potatoes for sweet potatoes or carrots for a different twist.Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Apples and Potatoes
