Slow-Cooker Chipotle Pork Chops

  Dinner

I love the tender texture of pork chops from the slow cooker! The flavor of this sauce is similar to barbecue, but with a little extra kick. The crispy onions on top add a delectable crunch.

Slow-Cooker Chipotle Pork Chops

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. Cook: 4 hours
YIELD: 8 servings.

Ingredients

  • 8 bone-in pork loin chops (7 ounces each)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained

  • TOPPINGS:
  • 1 can (6 ounces) french-fried onions
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Instructions

  • 1. Place all ingredients except toppings in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until a thermometer inserted in pork reads at least 145°, 4-5 hours. Top with french-fried onions and cilantro just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 pork chop: 408 calories, 20g fat (6g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 844mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 32g protein.

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