Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pork Chops

Introduction

Few dishes promise the depth of flavor, melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, and kitchen simplicity quite like Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pork Chops. This set-it-and-forget-it recipe delivers juicy, savory chops glazed with sweet honey and garlicky goodness. Perfect for busy weeknights or crowd-pleasing family dinners, it transforms humble pantry staples into a gourmet meal—while freeing up your time along the way.

Why You’ll Love Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pork Chops

Not only is this dish incredibly easy, requiring minimal prep and one pot, but the combination of honey and garlic creates a sauce that’s both comforting and craveable. The slow cooking process ensures pork chops come out fork-tender and infused with every nuance of the glaze. Serve over creamy mashed potatoes, rice, or simply add your favorite steamed veggies for an effortless and satisfying dinner.

Essential Prep for Mouthwatering Pork Chops

Start by prepping your aromatics and vegetables. Using a high-quality chopper saves time and ensures uniform pieces, which is especially important when you want even flavor distribution in your slow cooker. The Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper makes dicing onions, mincing garlic, and slicing accompaniments both fast and frustration-free.

If you’re trimming fat from your pork chops or cutting vegetables, a sturdy surface is a must. A set of Bamboo Cutting Boards for Kitchen provides stability and keeps your ingredients neatly separated during prep.

Building Flavors: The Honey Garlic Sauce

The sauce is where magic happens—balancing savory soy sauce, aromatic garlic, sticky honey, and a splash of tangy vinegar. Mixing the sauce thoroughly ensures every chop is coated in flavor. For a smooth, lump-free blend, use a blender like the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender; it quickly emulsifies honey with soy sauce, garlic, and spices so every bite pops.

Slow Cooking & Serving Tips

Lay the pork chops in your slow cooker and pour the honey garlic sauce evenly over the top. Cover and cook until the meat is succulent and the aroma fills your kitchen. For the best result, line your slow cooker insert with a sheet of Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll—this helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.

When it’s time to serve, transfer the tender chops to plates, drizzle with extra sauce, and garnish with chopped parsley or green onion. If you’re meal prepping, pack these pork chops with rice and vegetables in reliable containers like Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for effortless lunches all week.

Nutrition & Serving Size Information

This recipe makes four hearty servings. Each serving contains roughly 350-400 calories, depending on the size and cut of your pork chops and any added sides. It’s a great protein-rich entree to anchor balanced meals.

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pork Chops (Recap)

This recipe combines flavor intensity with utter simplicity—juicy pork chops slow cooked in a sticky, garlicky honey sauce make for an irresistible dinner you’ll turn to again and again. Whether served to family or guests, it’s guaranteed to please with minimal effort.

Instructions

1. Prepare your vegetables: Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Quickly chop with the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for perfectly even pieces.
2. Make the sauce: In a blender such as the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, combine honey, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, black pepper, and thyme. Blend until thoroughly combined.
3. Line the bottom of your slow cooker with a sheet of Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for easy cleanup and minimal sticking.
4. Layer the pork chops and onions in the slow cooker, then pour the honey garlic sauce over the top. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours, or until pork is tender.
5. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix the cornstarch with two tablespoons cold water and stir into the slow cooker 30 minutes before serving. Allow to thicken as the pork finishes cooking.
6. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions and serve hot. For meal prepping, pack portions into your Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for the week ahead.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4–6 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes–6 hours 10 minutes

Enjoy this fuss-free slow cooker meal—robust in flavor, tender in texture, and easy enough for any night of the week!