Name: Slow Cooker Apple Butter Pork Chops
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 5 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pounds Bone-In Pork Chops; 0.5 tsp Salt; 0.25 tsp Pepper; 0.25 tsp Paprika; 1 tbsp Butter; 1 Onion; 1.5 cups Apple Butter; 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar; 2 Apples

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Slow Cooker Apple Butter Pork Chops

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Instructions

Season the pork chops with salt, pepper, and paprika.

Melt the butter over medium high heat in a large skillet and sear the pork chops quickly to get a little color on them.

Place the pork chops in the slow cooker.

Top the pork chops with onions.

Combine the apple butter and apple cider vinegar and pour over the mixture.

Sprinkle the apple slices around the pork chops.

Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Sear Before Slow Cooking 🔥
Brown the pork chops in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side before adding to the slow cooker to develop a flavorful crust and lock in juices that enhance the final dish.
Choose the Right Apple Variety 🍎
Use tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp mixed with sweeter varieties to balance the apple butter and vinegar, preventing the sauce from becoming overly cloying.
Layer Your Ingredients Strategically 📚
Place sliced onions and apples on the bottom of the slow cooker, then position pork chops on top to prevent sticking and ensure even heat distribution throughout cooking.
Whisk Apple Butter Into Liquid 🥄
Mix the apple butter with apple cider vinegar and a splash of broth before adding to create a smooth, lump-free sauce that coats the meat evenly rather than sitting in clumps.
Perfect the Cook Time Window ⏱️
Cook on low for 4-5 hours rather than high to keep pork chops tender and juicy; bone-in cuts stay moist longer than boneless, so monitor carefully after 3.5 hours with a meat thermometer at 145°F.