Toss pork chops in the crock with pineapple slices and soy sauce, and get a dinner so delicious it balances sweet and salty.. Full recipe
Directions
Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray or a little oil to make cleanup easier.
Place the pork chops in a single layer on the bottom of the slow cooker. It’s okay if they overlap just a bit, but try to keep them mostly flat so they cook evenly.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice from the can (reserve the rings), barbecue sauce, and onion soup mix until well combined.
Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the pork chops, making sure each chop is coated.
Arrange the pineapple rings on top of the pork chops. You can place one ring on each chop and tuck any extras around the sides.
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the pork chops are very tender and cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 145°F).
Once done, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. If you’d like it a bit thicker, you can remove the pork chops to a plate and simmer the sauce in a small saucepan on the stove for a few minutes, or just ladle it as-is over the chops.
Serve the pork chops warm with the pineapple rings and plenty of sauce spooned over the top.
Variations & Tips
For picky eaters, you can use a milder, sweeter barbecue sauce or even swap it for 1/2 cup of ketchup mixed with 2–3 tablespoons of brown sugar for a gentler flavor. If your family loves a little kick, choose a smoky or spicy barbecue sauce and add a pinch of red pepper flakes. Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs also work well in place of pork chops if that’s what you have on hand—just adjust the cook time slightly if needed, checking for doneness earlier. To make it a bit lighter, trim extra fat from the pork and use a low-sugar barbecue sauce. If your kids don’t like the texture of pineapple rings, you can chop them into small pieces so they blend into the sauce more. For extra veggies, add sliced onions or bell peppers under the pork chops before pouring on the sauce. Leftovers reheat nicely and can be shredded and served in sandwiches or over rice for an easy next-day lunch
