These slow cooker 4-ingredient apple sage pork chops are the kind of cozy, low-effort dinner that feels just right when the weather turns cool. Sweet apples and savory sage give the pork chops a classic fall flavor, and the slow cooker does the work of turning everything into a tender supper with a rich sauce that tastes like you fussed far more than you did.
Serve these pork chops with mashed potatoes, buttered egg noodles, or fluffy rice to catch every bit of that apple-sage sauce. For vegetables, simple green beans, roasted carrots, or a crisp side salad balance the sweetness nicely, and warm dinner rolls on the side make this feel like a full Sunday-style family meal.
Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Apple Sage Pork Chops
Servings: 4
Ingredients
4 boneless pork chops, about 1 inch thick
2 cups apple pie filling
1 packet dry sage and onion stuffing mix, about 6 ounces
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Directions
1. Lightly coat the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick spray if desired. Spread the apple pie filling across the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Place the pork chops on top of the apples in an even layer. Sprinkle the dry stuffing mix evenly over the pork chops, then pour the chicken broth around and over the top.
3. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the pork chops are tender and cooked through.
4. Spoon the sauce over the pork chops before serving. If you like, gently stir the sauce around the edges to combine the stuffing with the apples a bit more for a thicker finish.
Variations & Tips
Use bone-in chops: Bone-in pork chops work well too and can stay a little juicier in the slow cooker. Just be sure they reach a safe internal temperature, and allow a little extra cooking time if they are especially thick.
For a less sweet version: If your family prefers more savory meals, use unsweetened applesauce plus one sliced apple in place of the pie filling. You will still get that lovely apple flavor with a more mellow sweetness.
Make the sauce thicker: If the sauce seems thinner than you want at the end of cooking, leave the lid off for 15 to 20 minutes on high, or remove the pork chops and stir the sauce gently so the stuffing absorbs a bit more liquid.
Family tip: This is a nice recipe for busy days because you can set it up in just a few minutes. I like to serve the pork chops with something mild on the side, like mashed potatoes or noodles, especially for picky eaters who may want the sauce spooned on separately.