Slow Cooker Pineapple Glazed Pork Chops
Elevate your dinner game with these succulent slow-cooked pork chops, bathed in a tantalizing pineapple glaze. The perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors will have your taste buds dancing with delight.
Ingredients
For the pork chops | |
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| 4 | boneless pork chops |
| 1 | (20 ounce) (20 ounce) pineapple chunks in juice |
| 1 | sweet onion, chopped into large pieces |
| 1 | tablespoon lemon juice |
| 3 | tablespoons cider vinegar |
| 3 | tablespoons soy sauce |
| ¼ | cup brown sugar |
| ¼ | teaspoon ground ginger |
| 2 | tablespoons cornstarch |
| 3 | tablespoons cold water |
Instructions
For the pork chops | |
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| 1. | Start by carefully placing the boneless pork chops at the bottom of the slow cooker. |
| 2. | In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients EXCEPT cornstarch and water. Don't forget to include the juice from the can of pineapple. Pour this flavorful mixture over the pork chops. |
| 3. | Set your slow cooker to high temperature and cook for 1 hour. Alternatively, you can cook on low for 5-6 hours to enhance the tenderness of the pork. |
| 4. | During the final hour of cooking, blend cornstarch with cold water and stir this thickening agent into the juices within the slow cooker. Serve these delectable pineapple-glazed pork chops with a side of fluffy rice for a complete meal. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 462 kcal |
| Protein | 42.2 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Carbohydrates | 43.2 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g |
| Sugar | 35.4 g |
Published on Aug 17, 2024 by Luminița