Slow Cooker Lemon Pork Chops

Infuse your weeknight dinner routine with vibrant citrus flavors using this easy and comforting recipe for Slow Cooker Lemon Pork Chops. Tender, bone-in pork chops are seared to perfection before simmering in a luscious blend of zesty lemon juice, garlic, honey, and savory chicken broth, all seasoned with a hint of thyme. The slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, yielding succulent, fall-off-the-bone pork drenched in a velvety sauce that's thickened in the final moments of cooking. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this low-effort, high-reward dish is perfect for busy schedules. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, these lemon pork chops pair beautifully with sides like mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables, making it a satisfying meal the whole family will love. Ideal for slow cooker recipes, dinner ideas, and pork lovers, this dish is a guaranteed favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:250 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 1 whole lemon
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork chops on both sides with salt, black pepper, and dried thyme.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. This step adds flavor but is optional if you're short on time.

Step 3

Transfer the seared pork chops to the slow cooker.

Step 4

Zest and juice the lemon. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, chicken broth, honey, and minced garlic to the slow cooker. Stir to combine the ingredients.

Step 5

Pour the mixture over the pork chops, ensuring they are well coated.

Step 6

Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the pork chops are tender and fully cooked.

Step 7

To thicken the sauce, mix the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Add this mixture to the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking and stir well.

Step 8

Once the pork chops are done, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 9

Serve the lemon pork chops with your favorite side dishes such as mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1210.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2252.5

Total Fat 140.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 544mg	0%
Sodium 3398.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 19.3g
Protein 197.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 167.6mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 2952.7mg	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: 57.5%

Protein: 35.9%

Carbs: 6.6%