Honey Garlic Pork Chops (Slow Cooker)
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Honey Garlic Pork Chops (Slow Cooker)
Description
Honey Garlic Pork Chops (Slow Cooker) features boneless pork chops cooked in a tangy and sweet sauce combining honey, garlic, soy sauce, and ketchup. The recipe suggests browning the pork chops first to develop a golden crust before layering them in the slow cooker and pouring the sauce over. Cooking on low for several hours makes the pork tender while the flavors meld. Towards the end, a mixture of cornstarch and cold water is added to thicken the sauce, giving it a glossy finish.
The sauce offers a balance of sweetness from the honey and ketchup along with umami from the soy sauce and aromatic garlic. The slow cooking keeps the meat moist and tender without drying out. This dish is practical for hands-off cooking and can be served over rice or alongside vegetables.
The notes suggest that boneless skinless chicken thighs may substitute pork chops, and adding chili flakes or sriracha can introduce a spicy kick to the sauce for those wanting more heat. Parsley sprinkled on top adds a fresh color and herbaceous note before serving.
Ingredients
- 6 thick cut pork chops boneless
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/3 cup soy sauce low sodium
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a pan over high heat. Season the pork chops generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Cook the pork for 4-5 minutes on each side until deep golden brown.
- Add the pork chops to the slow cooker.
- NOTE: you can skip the browning process if you prefer and simply season the pork chops with salt and pepper then add them to the slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the garlic, ketchup, soy sauce and honey. Pour the sauce over the pork chops.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 4 hours.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup cold water. Add the cornstarch mixture to the slow cooker.
- Cook for 1 more hour or until sauce has just thickened and pork chops are tender. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Chicken thighs without skin can replace the pork chops in this recipe if preferred.
- Add crushed chili flakes or sriracha sauce to the slow cooker sauce for a spicier version.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 279 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 279kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 708mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 518mg | 11% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 105IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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