Slow Cooker Pork Chops and Sweet Potatoes

Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 5 mins

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless chicken thighs or breasts
2 bell peppers, chopped
1 medium-size onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium-size carrots, chopped
1 small head of broccoli, broken into florets
1 tablespoon sesame oil (for Instant Pot)

SAUCE

1/2 cup coconut aminos (or low-sodium soy sauce)
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Slow Cooker

Add all the ingredients except the broccoli to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
Cook HIGH 2-3 hours or LOW 4-6.
Add broccoli and cook an additional 30 minutes.

Instant Pot

Turn on the pressure cooker and select sauté. When hot, add the oil, onion, and bell pepper & cook 3-5 minutes or until veggies are soft. Add garlic and cook an additional minute. Turn off the pressure cooker.
Add chicken, coconut aminos, water, rice vinegar, bell peppers, onion, carrots, ginger, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to mix well.
Close lid and seal valve. Set high pressure and cook for 5 minutes. When cooking time is complete, quick release the pressure

Slow cooker pork chops and sweet potatoes are a wonderful combination of savory and sweet. The recipe is ideal for those busy weeknights or when you want a hearty dinner without the fuss. This recipe promises tenderness and flavor with every bite.

DISCLAIMER: This post is sponsored by the Utah Pork Producers Association. As always, the opinions are honest and are all my own.

My grandfather was a farmer, and supporting other farms means a lot to my family and me. Plus, we love pork around here and eat it often.

Ingredients Spotlight

Boneless pork chops: A lean choice that becomes irresistibly tender in the slow cooker.
Sweet potatoes: A sweet complement to the savory pork.
Brown sugar: It adds a hint of sweetness that enhances the overall flavor.
Chicken broth: Provides the moisture needed for the pork chops to cook to perfection.
Spices: A little bit of cinnamon and nutmeg add a warm, aromatic flavor.
Onion: They bring a depth of flavor that complements the sweet potatoes and the pork chops’ savory richness.
Apple Cider Vinegar: This magic ingredient helps tenderize the pork as it cooks.
Orange juice: OJ adds a citrusy flavor to the recipe.

Step-By-Step Instructions

Discover tender slow cooker pork chops and sweet potatoes for a perfect meal! The recipe is easy and delicious. Dive in for a hassle-free dinner!

Prep Time 15minutes mins

Cook Time 8hours hrs

Total Time 8hours hrs 15minutes mins

Course Pork

Cuisine American

Calories 239 kcal

Ingredients

4-6 boneless thick-cut pork chops
3 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
1/2 white onion diced
16 ounces chicken broth
1/3 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Instructions

Add the sweet potatoes and onions to the slow cooker.Sprinkle the cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper over the top.
Place the pork chops on top of the potatoes.Pour the chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and orange juice over the pork chops. Sprinkle the brown sugar on top. Place the lid on top and cook on low heat for eight hours or until the pork chops are tender.