Hawaiian Pork Chops Slow Cooker – Easy & Delicious
If you’re searching for a delicious and effortless way to elevate your dinner game, look no further than these Crock Pot Hawaiian Pork Chops.
Get ready to enjoy a delicious dish that mixes the savory goodness of pork chops with the sweet and tangy flavor of pineapple!
Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals, this recipe is a delightful addition to our collection of dinner recipes for the whole family.
Simply toss the ingredients into your crock pot, let them mingle, and in a few hours, you’ll have tender pork chops that transport you to a tropical paradise. Serve your slow cooker meal with rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal that everyone will love!
Can you cook Hawaiian pork chops in a crockpot?
Yes, you can! Cooking them in a crockpot allows the pork chops to become tender and flavorful as they soak up the sweet and tangy sauce, typically made with pineapple juice, soy sauce, and various seasonings.
Just place the pork chops in the crockpot with your desired sauce ingredients, set it to cook, and let the slow cooker do the work for you. It’s an easy and delicious way to prepare this dish!
For best results, use boneless pork chops as they tend to cook evenly and stay tender. Bone-in chops can also be used, but they may require a longer cooking time.
If you prefer a less sweet sauce, reduce the amount of brown sugar or use a sugar substitute.
If you want a thicker sauce, remove the pork chops once they are cooked and simmer the sauce on the stove until it reduces and thickens. You can also mix a little cornstarch with water to create a slurry and add it to the sauce to thicken.
Consider adding diced bell peppers, onions, or jalapeños to the crockpot for added flavor and texture.
What to Serve with Crockpot Hawaiian Pork Chops
Here are some great options for side dish recipes:
- White rice, brown rice or quinoa can soak up the delicious sauce.
- Serve with a side of grilled or roasted vegetable recipes, such as bell peppers, zucchini, or broccoli, for a colorful plate.
- A fresh pineapple salsa can enhance the Hawaiian theme and add brightness.
- Creamy mashed potatoes make a comforting side dish that complements the pork.
- Roasted or mashed sweet potatoes add a natural sweetness that pairs well.
- A simple green salad with a light vinaigrette can provide a fresh contrast.
- Hawaiian Rolls
Absolutely! Fresh pineapple can be used instead of canned pineapple. Just make sure to cut it into chunks or rings and adjust the cooking time as fresh pineapple may take longer to soften compared to canned pineapple.
Pineapple pork chops typically cook in a slow cooker on low for about 6 to 8 hours or on high for about 3 to 4 hours. Pork chops should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F.
Pork chops can become tough in the slow cooker if they are overcooked or if they are lean cuts with little fat. Overcooking leads to the meat drying out, resulting in a tough texture. It’s best to cook pork chops on low heat for a shorter amount of time to keep them tender and juicy.
While it’s not strictly necessary to sear pork before placing it in the crockpot, doing so can enhance the flavor and create a nice crust on the meat. Searing helps to lock in juices and adds a richer flavor to the final dish. If you have the time, it’s a good step to consider for extra deliciousness!
Yes, you can. Allow the dish to cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container or freezer bags. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
If you’re loving the flavors of these Pork Chops, you’re in for a treat with these other fantastic recipes!
- Try the Instant Pot Pork Carnitas for a deliciously tender and flavorful dish that’s perfect for tacos or burritos.
- Craving something hearty? Check out the Boneless Pork Chop Slow Cooker Recipes that deliver juicy chops with minimal effort.
- And don’t forget to complement your meal with Roasted Rosemary & Parmesan Sweet Potatoes — they add a delightful twist of flavor that pairs perfectly with any pork dish!
Hawaiian Slow Cooker Pork Chops
Looking for an easy dinner idea? Try these Hawaiian Pork Chops in the crock pot! Perfectly tender and bursting with flavor!
Ingredients
- 4 thick cut Pork chops
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 cup diced fresh pineapple
- 1 6 oz can pineapple juice
- 3 tablespoons vinegar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tablespoons corn starch
Instructions
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Spray the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray.
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Dice 1 cup of pineapple.
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In your slow cooker, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, pineapple juice, vinegar, water, garlic and corn starch.
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Add in diced pineapple and pork chops.
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Spoon liquid over pork chops.
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Cook slow cooker hawaiian pork chops on high 3-4 hours on high or 8 hours on low.
These pork chops look really moist and flavorful!! It would go really well with some rice or mashed p’s!!
I love slow cooker recipes. I would like to try this, so def going to save
These look amazing! What a great meal suggestion to throw into the rotation soon. I can’t wait to make it!
This Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pork Chop looks delicious and so full of flavor.I will have to give this recipe a go one a rainy day soon.
There’s no way to go wrong when you combine pork and pineapple. This is a meal too delicious to ignore.
I can almost taste these pork chops. The sauce sounds amazing. Time to pull out my slow cooker.
I love the recipe and its Hawaiian flavor. Gimmie anything with Hawaiian sauce! Plus, I adore that you made this recipe in a slow cooker – easy and convenient.
This is one of my favorite ways to have pork. It is so delicious.
This looks heavenly! I am totally drooling over this goodness! Need to make this immediately!
YUM! This looks easy and like something my whole family would enjoy!
Wow, what a beautiful and simple to prepare recipe. I love that you can get it started and leave it, and that it makes enough gravy to serve over rice.
This looks so tasty! I can’t wait to try this delicious recipe. Yum!
Sorry I can no longer eat pork. I can probably sub this for salmon!
@Kiwi,try chicken or turkey its a great match-up
The flavor of this sauce is amazing! I never thought about using cornstarch in the slow cooker.
Perfect recipe! I have been looking for slow cooker recipes to make on the days when I have to take my son to basketball practice.
Sweet & tangy goodness in one pot! Who can say no to this? Extra sauce for me, please.
So tender and delicious! We eat pork often love that this is cooked in a slow cooker. No fuss meal. This will go on our monthly meal rotation!
Is it 1- 6oz or 16 oz. Pineapple juice?
1 6oz can
@Claudia,
You can also use canned pineapple in it’s own juice, not heavy syrup, and use all of the juice from that.
Can you use pineapple in a can instead of fresh? If so how much. Thank you
I don’t see why not! I would say 1 regular sized can would do!
Do you think a can of pineapple would be enough to sub for the pineapple and juice?????
Sure! It’s better than nothing!
Am defrosting ~3/4” pork chops, (not thick ones). Do I alter cooking time?
I would cut the cooking time in half personally, especially on high.
Hi I am interested in the steakhouse pork chops. I want to know how of ketchup, brown sugar, vinger, and cornstarch
Hello, all of the ingredients and instructions for the hawaiian pork chops are in the recipe card at the bottom, thank you!
These work well with pork chunks instead of chops,great on a hot day
doesn’t heat up the house
This sounds amazingly delicious. My mouth is watering. Do I brown the pork before adding to slow cooker?
If it makes you feel more comfortable to do that, you can. I usually don’t though.
Not a fan of using ketchup in dishes. Could I substitute it with tomato sauce.
I don’t suggest marinara or something along those lines. Maybe a can of tomato sauce.
These look and sound really good.
Looks great!
Sounds & looks yummy. Definitely have to pin it to try.
Mmmmmm.slow cooked pork chops….with a Hawaiian touch…yummo
This looks so freaking delicious!
What can I add to make it a little spicy without killing the sweet/tangy flavor?
Maybe a little bit of chili flakes or red pepper?
Can this dish be mDe in the oven?
I don’t see why not
Hi – I am making this recipe right now. My question is, can I stir the mixture like halfway through the cooking time? I’ve seen other slow cooker recipes that say you can do that but I just am not sure. Please let me know today if possible. I will let you know how they turn out. Thanks so much! Lynn
Hello! Honestly when it comes to slow cooker, you really aren’t supposed to open up the lid during cooking.
@momma lew,
Thank you very much!
For vinegar what kind
white or apple cider
The meat was very tender, but the sauce was way too sweet for my liking. Maybe I’ll try cutting back on the brown sugar.
How much sodium is in this recipe, I don’t see the nutritional per serving on this recipe. I am on a renal diet and need to know this information. Thanks
I apologize, but since I am not a nutritionist I don’t like to add it. I am sure you can figure it out by googling the sodium in the items or putting them into another website. Sorry for the inconvenience!
A keeper! Very tasty and moist. I put some chunks of red and green bell peppers on top of the meat for the final hour. The sauce is so good. Thank you for sharing your recipe.
I love hearing this, thank you! So glad you enjoyed!