Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Sauerkraut
Transform your weeknight dinners with these tender and flavorful Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Sauerkraut! This comforting dish blends juicy, seared bone-in pork chops with tangy sauerkraut, sweet apple slices, and aromatic layers of onion and garlic. A touch of brown sugar and caraway seeds adds depth, while a splash of chicken broth ensures every bite stays moist and packed with savory goodness. Perfectly cooked in the slow cooker, this hassle-free recipe is ideal for busy days, filling your home with irresistible aromas as it simmers away. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a hearty, satisfying meal that's sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Bone-in pork chops
- 24 ounces Sauerkraut
- 1 medium Yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds
- 1 large Apple, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Season the pork chops with salt and pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork chops for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3
In the slow cooker, add half of the sauerkraut, followed by a layer of sliced onions, minced garlic, and apple slices.
Step 4
Sprinkle the brown sugar and caraway seeds over the first layer.
Step 5
Place the seared pork chops on top of the sauerkraut mixture.
Step 6
Add the remaining sauerkraut on top, along with the rest of the onions and apples.
Step 7
Pour the chicken broth over everything to moisten and distribute flavors.
Step 8
Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the pork chops are tender.
Step 9
Serve hot with mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a complete meal. Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley for added color.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2088.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2597.2 |
| Total Fat 156.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 51.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 19.8g | |
| Cholesterol 571.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6703.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 89.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 58.0g | |
| Protein 204.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 27.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 395.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4316.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories