Tender and flavorful pork chops cooked in a slow cooker with sweet caramelized onions and peas

This slow-cooker pork chop recipe is a perfect weeknight dinner option that requires minimal effort but yields maximum flavor. The caramelized onions add a sweet and savory element to the tender pork chops, while the peas bring a pop of color and freshness to the dish.

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in pork chops
• 2 large onions, sliced
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1. Season pork chops with salt, pepper, and thyme.
2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Sear pork chops until browned on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
4. Transfer pork chops to a slow cooker.
5. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and cook until caramelized, about 10 minutes.
6. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
7. Pour in chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir to combine.
8. Pour onion mixture over pork chops in the slow cooker.
9. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, or until pork chops are tender.
10. Stir in frozen peas during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
11. Serve pork chops with caramelized onions, peas, and sauce from the slow cooker.

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