Crock Pot Cherry Pork Chops Recipe

Tender, juicy, and packed with sweet-savory flavor, this Crock Pot Cherry Pork Chops recipe is a must-try for effortless comfort food. Perfectly seasoned bone-in pork chops are seared to golden perfection before being slow-cooked in a rich sauce made with cherry preserves, soy sauce, brown sugar, and a hint of garlic and thyme. The slow cooking process ensures fall-off-the-bone tenderness while allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Finished with a silky, thickened glaze, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or special family dinners. Serve these pork chops with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted veggies for a hearty, satisfying meal. Simple to prepare yet irresistibly flavorful, this crock pot recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Cherry preserves
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the pork chops with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 2–3 minutes on each side, until browned. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the cherry preserves, soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and dried thyme to create the sauce.

Step 4

Place the seared pork chops in the bottom of the crock pot in a single layer.

Step 5

Pour the cherry sauce mixture over the pork chops, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the pork chops are tender and fully cooked (internal temperature of 145°F).

Step 7

Once cooked, transfer the pork chops to a serving plate and cover with foil to keep warm.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Turn the crock pot to high and stir the slurry into the sauce. Let it cook for 5–10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.

Step 9

Spoon the thickened sauce over the pork chops and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Step 10

Serve with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1186.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2957.9

Total Fat 140.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 544mg	0%
Sodium 4114.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 173.7g
Protein 196.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 135.2mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 2728.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.7%

Protein: 27.2%

Carbs: 29.2%