If you’re looking for an easy, no-fuss dinner that delivers big flavor, these Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Brown Sugar Pork Chops are the perfect solution. Tender, juicy pork chops cook slowly in a sweet and savory glaze, creating a rich, comforting dish with minimal effort. It’s the kind of recipe you can set and forget, then come back to a meal that tastes like it took hours of work.
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops (bone-in or boneless)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 1/4 cup water or chicken broth
Instructions
Start by placing the pork chops in a single layer at the bottom of your slow cooker. If needed, slightly overlap them, but avoid stacking too much so they cook evenly.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and onion soup mix. This combination creates a sweet and savory seasoning that will form a rich glaze as it cooks.
Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the pork chops, making sure each piece is well coated.
Pour the water or chicken broth gently around the sides of the slow cooker. This helps create steam and prevents the sauce from burning while cooking.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the pork chops are tender and fully cooked.
About halfway through cooking, you can spoon some of the sauce over the pork chops to enhance the flavor, though this step is optional.
Once done, the pork chops should be very tender and coated in a thick, caramelized sauce.
Let them rest for a few minutes before serving, allowing the juices to settle.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these pork chops with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables to soak up the sweet, savory sauce.
This recipe is incredibly simple, budget-friendly, and full of flavor—perfect for busy days when you still want a comforting homemade meal.
