Maple Jack Pork Chops Crock Pot
Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistible Maple Jack Pork Chops made effortlessly in a crock pot. This recipe combines the rich sweetness of maple syrup with the bold, smoky notes of Jack Daniel's whiskey for a flavor-packed glaze that perfectly complements tender, bone-in pork chops. Searing the chops before slow cooking locks in a golden crust, while onions, garlic, Dijon mustard, and soy sauce build layers of savory depth. The slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, creating pork so tender it practically falls off the bone. A quick cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to a velvety consistency, ideal for drizzling over the chops and pairing with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted veggies. With only 15 minutes of prep, this dish is an effortless way to elevate your home-cooked meals while filling your kitchen with tantalizing aromas. Perfect for cozy family dinners or impressive entertaining!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
- 0.5 cup maple syrup
- 0.25 cup Jack Daniel's whiskey
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 piece onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the pork chops for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic for about 2 minutes until soft and fragrant.
In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Jack Daniel's whiskey, chicken broth, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
Transfer the seared pork chops to the crock pot. Layer the sautéed onions and garlic over them.
Pour the maple whiskey mixture evenly over the pork chops.
Cover the crock pot and cook on the low setting for 4-5 hours, or until the pork chops are fork-tender.
Once done, remove the pork chops from the crock pot and set them aside. Keep warm.
To thicken the sauce, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry.
Pour the slurry into the crock pot and stir well. Cook on high for 5-10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Serve the pork chops with thickened sauce drizzled on top. Pair with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2645 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.2 g | 166% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.2 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 3444 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.6 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.1 g | ||
| Protein | 198.3 g | 397% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2934 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
