Smothered Pork Chops Recipe

Name: Smothered Pork Chops
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 strips of bacon cut into small pieces; 2 onions sliced thin; 4 garlic cloves; 1 tsp dry thyme leaves; 1 salt and pepper; 3 cup chicken broth; 1/4 cup Bragg Liquid Aminos or soy sauce; 2 tbsp tapioca; 2 bay leaf; 6 bone in blade cut pork chops; 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar

Servings: persons

1
Cook Bacon
2
Place bacon on paper towel covered plate.
3
Leave bacon grease in the pan.
4
Using 2 tbs of bacon grease add onions, garlic, 2tbs of brown sugar, rhyme and a 1/4 tsp of salt.
5
Cook until onions are soft and carmelized.
6
Add 1 cup of chicken broth.
7
Scrape pan to remove those yummy brown bits.
8
Place in slow cooker with remaining chicken broth.
9
Add remaining brown sugar, soy sauce, tapioca, and the bay leaves.
10
Season chops with salt and pepper.
11
(I browned my chops in skillet then I placed them in slow cooker.
12
)This step isn't necessary though.
13
Place in slow cooker and push into liquid.
14
Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours.
15
Place chops on a serving plate and cover with foil.
16
Remove bay leaves ans skim as much fat as possible off of surface.
17
Stir in vinegar and season to taste.
18
I served it over mashed potatoes.
19
Top that with sauce, bacon and chopped parsley.
20
Enjoy

1050

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

118

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 strips of bacon cut into small pieces, 2 onions sliced thin, 4 garlic cloves, 1 tsp dry thyme leaves, and more.

Yes, Smothered Pork Chops falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Smothered Pork Chops

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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