Slow Cooker Hawaiian-Style Pork Chops
Delight in the tropical flavors of this Slow Cooker Hawaiian-Style Pork Chops recipe, featuring tender, juicy boneless pork chops drenched in a luscious sweet and spicy sauce. The blend of crushed pineapple, ketchup, and a hint of ginger creates a mouthwatering glaze that perfectly complements the pork, infusing every bite with a burst of flavor. Ready to serve over fluffy rice, this dish transforms everyday ingredients into a memorable dinner. For a healthier twist, feel free to substitute traditional brown sugar with a low-calorie alternative like Splenda brown sugar mix. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe can also be made with country-style pork loin ribs for a heartier option.
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Boneless pork chops
6 (thick)
Garlic clove
1 (minced)
Onion
1 (small, chopped in large pieces)
Crushed pineapple
1 (16-ounce) can
Ketchup
3/4 cup
Brown sugar
3 tablespoons (or substitute with Splenda brown sugar mix)
Stir-fry sauce
3 tablespoons
Ground ginger
1/2-3/4 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Start by spraying the inside of your crockpot with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
2
Place the thick boneless pork chops in the crockpot, along with the minced garlic and chopped onion, ensuring the chops are well-distributed.
3
Spoon half of the crushed pineapple, along with its juice, over the pork chops and reserve the remaining pineapple for later.
4
Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 8 hours, allowing the pork to become tender and infused with flavor.
5
Thirty minutes before serving, combine the remaining pineapple, ketchup, brown sugar, stir-fry sauce, and ground ginger in a mixing bowl. Stir until well-combined to create a flavorful sauce.
6
Once the cooking time is up, carefully drain all juices from the crockpot. This step is essential to allow the sauce to cling to the meat.
7
Spoon the pineapple and sauce mixture over the pork chops, ensuring they are fully covered. Turn the crockpot's heat to high and replace the lid for an additional 30 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld.
8
Serve hot over steamed rice, and enjoy your delicious Hawaiian-inspired meal!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Slow Cooker Hawaiian-Style Pork Chops?
They are tender boneless pork chops cooked in a slow cooker with a tropical sweet and spicy sauce featuring pineapple, ginger, and stir-fry sauce.
How many pork chops are required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 6 thick boneless pork chops.
Can I use a different type of meat instead of boneless chops?
Yes, you can substitute the boneless pork chops with country-style pork loin ribs for a heartier option.
How should the garlic be prepared?
You should use one garlic clove that has been minced.
What size can of crushed pineapple is needed?
The recipe requires one 16-ounce can of crushed pineapple.
How should the onion be chopped?
One small onion should be chopped into large pieces.
Do I need to grease the crockpot?
Yes, it is recommended to spray the inside of your crockpot with non-stick spray to prevent the meat from sticking.
What is the initial cooking time for the pork chops?
The pork chops should be cooked on the low setting for 8 hours.
Do I add all the pineapple at once?
No, you spoon half of the pineapple and juice over the chops initially and reserve the other half for the sauce later.
When do I prepare the sauce?
The sauce should be prepared thirty minutes before serving by mixing the remaining pineapple, ketchup, brown sugar, stir-fry sauce, and ginger.
How much ketchup is used in the sauce?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of ketchup.
What is the amount of brown sugar needed?
You will need 3 tablespoons of brown sugar.
Can I make a low-calorie version of this dish?
Yes, you can substitute the brown sugar with a low-calorie alternative like Splenda brown sugar mix.
How much stir-fry sauce is added to the glaze?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of stir-fry sauce.
What is the suggested amount of ground ginger?
Use between 1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon of ground ginger depending on your taste preference.
Why must the juices be drained from the crockpot?
Draining the juices is essential because it allows the thick Hawaiian sauce to properly cling to the pork chops.
How long do the chops cook after adding the sauce?
After adding the sauce, cook the chops on the high setting for an additional 30 minutes.
What is the best way to serve Hawaiian-Style Pork Chops?
They are best served hot over a bed of fluffy steamed rice.
Is this recipe suitable for busy weeknights?
Yes, because it uses a slow cooker and everyday ingredients, it is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 primary ingredients including the pork, vegetables, and sauce components.
What temperature should the slow cooker be for the first 8 hours?
The slow cooker should be set to the low heat setting.
What flavor profile can I expect?
The dish features a sweet and spicy flavor profile with tropical notes from the pineapple.
Should the pork chops be thin or thick?
The recipe specifically recommends using thick boneless pork chops for the best results.
Can I use fresh garlic?
Yes, the recipe calls for one minced garlic clove.
When is the garlic and onion added?
They are added at the very beginning of the cooking process along with the pork chops.
Do I need to stir the sauce ingredients?
Yes, stir the reserved pineapple, ketchup, sugar, stir-fry sauce, and ginger until well-combined before adding to the crockpot.
What makes the sauce thicken at the end?
Turning the crockpot heat to high for the final 30 minutes allows the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld.
Is the pineapple juice discarded?
No, the juice from the can is used along with the crushed pineapple pieces.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
While the specific serving count is not provided, it uses 6 pork chops, typically serving 4 to 6 people.
Can I use a different type of ginger?
The recipe specifies ground ginger, which is easily distributed throughout the sauce.