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Slow Cooker Pork Chops and Sweet Potatoes

Tender pork chops slow-cooked with sweet potatoes, onions, garlic, and herbs for a hearty and comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 pieces bone-in pork chops about 1-inch thick
  • 3 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 large onion cut into wedges
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Slow cooker
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife

Method
 

  1. Season pork chops with salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and rosemary.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet. Sear pork chops 2–3 minutes per side.
  3. Place sweet potatoes and onion wedges at the bottom of slow cooker.
  4. Place seared pork chops on top of vegetables.
  5. Add garlic and pour chicken broth over everything.
  6. Cover and cook on Low for 6–7 hours or High for 3–4 hours until tender.
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

Optional: Make gravy by whisking cornstarch into cooking liquid after removing meat and veggies.