Easy Slow Cooker Dr Pepper Pork Chops
These Slow Cooker Dr Pepper Pork Chops are tender, juicy, and full of sweet-and-savory flavor. The Dr Pepper caramelizes into a rich BBQ glaze, making this the ultimate easy comfort food dinner for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 6 boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup Dr Pepper (not diet)
- ½ cup barbecue sauce (sweet and smoky works best)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon cold water
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Place the pork chops in a single layer in the bottom. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the sliced onion and minced garlic.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together Dr Pepper, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and garlic powder until combined.
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Pour the mixture over the pork chops. Cover and cook on Low for 6 hours or High for 3 hours, until the chops are fork-tender.
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In a small bowl, stir cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Stir into the slow cooker, cover, and cook on High for another 15 minutes until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze.
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Sprinkle with parsley and serve the chops with the thickened sauce spooned on top.
Recipe Notes
• Use regular Dr Pepper (not diet) for the best flavor and glaze.
• Stir the cornstarch slurry in at the end for a thick, glossy sauce.
• Serve with mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the extra sauce.
• Add red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.
• Great for meal prep because it reheats perfectly the next day.