These slow cooker 4-ingredient maple Dijon pork chops are the kind of low-effort dinner that still feels a little special, which is probably why recipes like this tend to become family staples. The sweet maple syrup and sharp Dijon mustard melt together into a glossy sauce that gives the pork chops big flavor with almost no prep, making this a perfect option for busy weekdays, Sunday dinners, or anytime you want comfort food without hovering over the stove.
Serve these pork chops over mashed potatoes, buttered egg noodles, or fluffy rice so none of that sweet-savory sauce goes to waste. For vegetables, simple green beans, roasted carrots, steamed broccoli, or a crisp side salad all work well and help round out the richness of the dish.
Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Maple Dijon Pork Chops
Servings: 4
Finished slow cooker maple Dijon pork chops
Finished slow cooker maple Dijon pork chops
Ingredients
4 bone-in pork chops, about 1 inch thick
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon soy sauce
Main ingredients for maple Dijon pork chops
Main ingredients for maple Dijon pork chops
Directions
- Lightly coat the inside of a slow cooker with nonstick spray if desired, then arrange the pork chops in an even layer inside.
Bone-in pork chops arranged in a white slow cooker
Bone-in pork chops arranged in a white slow cooker
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and soy sauce until smooth and fully combined.
Maple Dijon sauce being whisked in a small bowl
Maple Dijon sauce being whisked in a small bowl
3. Pour the sauce evenly over the pork chops, cover, and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or until the pork is tender and cooked through.
Pork chops coated with maple Dijon sauce in the slow cooker
Pork chops coated with maple Dijon sauce in the slow cooker
4. Spoon some of the sauce over the pork chops before serving, and plate with your favorite side dishes.
Plated maple Dijon pork chop dinner with sides
Plated maple Dijon pork chop dinner with sides
Variations & Tips
Use boneless chops: Boneless pork chops work too, but they can cook a little faster and may not stay quite as juicy as bone-in. Start checking them earlier so they do not overcook.
Thicken the sauce: If you want more of a gravy-like finish, transfer the cooking liquid to a small saucepan after the pork is done and simmer it for a few minutes. You can also whisk in a little cornstarch slurry until it reaches your favorite consistency.
Add a little garlic: This is technically more than four ingredients, but one minced garlic clove or a small spoonful of garlic paste adds great depth without changing the easy feel of the recipe.
Meal prep tip: You can whisk the sauce together the night before and keep it in the fridge, then just pour it over the pork chops in the morning. That shortcut makes this recipe especially handy on busy workdays.
Balance the sweetness: If you prefer a tangier sauce, increase the Dijon slightly or add a tiny splash of apple cider vinegar. If you like it sweeter, drizzle a little extra maple syrup over the chops right before serving.