Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Bone-In Pork Chops
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These Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Bone-In Pork Chops are the perfect comfort-food dinner when you want something flavorful without spending hours in the kitchen. Bone-in pork chops slowly cook until tender in a glossy sauce made with honey, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, garlic, and savory seasonings.
The sauce becomes rich and sticky as it cooks, coating every bite of pork with the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Serve these pork chops with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, rice, or buttery green beans for a complete family meal.
Ingredients
For the Pork Chops
- 4 bone-in pork chops, about 1-inch thick
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
For the Honey Mustard Sauce
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup chicken broth
Optional Thickener
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
1. Season the Pork Chops
Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels.
Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder.
For extra flavor, let the seasoned pork chops sit for 10–15 minutes before cooking.
2. Sear the Pork Chops
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the pork chops and sear for approximately 2–3 minutes per side, just until nicely browned.
You don’t need to cook them through at this stage. The slow cooker will finish cooking them.
Searing creates a flavorful browned crust and adds extra depth to the finished sauce.
3. Make the Honey Mustard Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, brown sugar, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, thyme, black pepper, and chicken broth.
Mix until smooth.
The combination of honey and brown sugar provides sweetness, while the Dijon and vinegar add tanginess to balance the sauce.
4. Add Everything to the Slow Cooker
Place the seared pork chops in the bottom of the slow cooker.
Pour the honey mustard sauce evenly over the pork chops.
Turn the chops once so they’re well coated.
5. Slow Cook
Cover and cook on:
LOW: 4–5 hours
HIGH: 2–3 hours
Cooking time can vary depending on the thickness of the pork chops and your slow cooker. Pork should reach a safe internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), followed by a brief rest.
Avoid cooking the pork much longer than necessary, especially if using thinner chops, because they can become dry.
6. Thicken the Sauce
When the pork chops are cooked, carefully transfer them to a serving plate and cover loosely with foil.
Pour the cooking liquid into a saucepan if you want a thicker, glossy sauce.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with cold water until smooth.
Whisk the mixture into the sauce and simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened.
Alternatively, you can simply simmer the sauce without cornstarch until it reduces and becomes glossy.
7. Serve
Spoon the thick honey mustard sauce generously over the pork chops.
Garnish with fresh parsley or a little fresh thyme.
Serve immediately with mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, green beans, rice, or buttered noodles.
Tips for Tender Pork Chops
Use bone-in chops: The bone adds flavor and helps the meat stay juicy during slow cooking.
Don’t skip the searing: Browning the pork before slow cooking adds a delicious savory crust.
Don’t overcook: Pork chops are lean and can become dry if left in the slow cooker for too long.
Use Dijon mustard: It gives the sauce a stronger, more sophisticated mustard flavor.
Make the sauce glossy: Reducing the cooking liquid or adding a small amount of cornstarch creates a thick sauce that clings beautifully to the pork.
Brown Sugar Mustard Variation
For a deeper, caramelized flavor, increase the brown sugar to ¼ cup and reduce the honey to ¼ cup.
You can also add 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce and a pinch of cayenne pepper for a richer sweet-and-savory sauce with a little heat.
Storage
Store leftover pork chops and sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
Reheat gently in a covered skillet over low heat with a splash of chicken broth or water to keep the pork moist.
These Slow Cooker Honey Mustard Bone-In Pork Chops are tender, savory, sweet, and incredibly flavorful. The glossy honey mustard sauce makes every bite delicious, while the slow cooker does most of the work—making this an easy and comforting dinner for any night of the week.