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Tender Pork Chop Cacciatore made in the crockpot. Fresh ingredients slow-simmer with pork chops to make a unique Italian-style meal.
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I made pork chop cacciatore it was delicious, my husband loved it❤️
– Diane
One of my favorite meals my mom made was chicken cacciatore, and over the years I’ve added more flavor to my original recipe. This version swaps in pork chops, and the crockpot makes them tender while soaking up all that delicious sauce. It’s a comforting homestyle dinner I’m excited to share with your family.
Key Ingredients
- Pork chops — boneless center cut loin chops work perfectly for this recipe. They hold up well to the slow cooking process without drying out.
- Vegetables — bell peppers, small onion, and sliced mushrooms
- Pantry — canned diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, and olive oil
- Seasonings — granulated garlic, red pepper flakes, thyme, oregano, Italian seasoning blend, sugar, salt, and pepper. You’ll need a bit extra salt, pepper, and granulated garlic for seasoning the pork chops.
How to Make Pork Chop Cacciatore
- Brown the pork chops quickly in a skillet for extra flavor.
- Mix tomatoes, seasonings, and fresh veggies in the crockpot.
- Add the chops, cover, and let everything simmer low and slow until tender.
How to serve
- Over steamed white rice – this is how my mom used to serve it.
- Over garlic mashed potatoes – not the classic way, but very comforting.
- In a bed of your favorite pasta – we love buttered egg noodles.
- Garnished with Parmesan cheese – this is a must!
Tips & Variations
Meat Swap: If you don’t want pork, you can use any cut of chicken (thighs, breasts or drumsticks).
Add capers: Capers can be added for a salty bite; add about 3 tablespoons.
Extra Vegetables: You can add thinly sliced potatoes, carrots, zucchini, or eggplant.
Add Wine: Add a red wine you enjoy to jazz up the cacciatore – a half cup is plenty.
Tender Chops: Leave the slow cooker lid on to maintain a constant cooking temperature, ensuring tender chops.
Pork Chop Cacciatore Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs. pork chops, 4-6 chops
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 15 oz. can diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. pepper
- 1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder, or 4 cloves minced
- 1/2 tsp. dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning blend
- 1/2 Tbsp. red pepper flakes, to taste
- 1/2 tsp. sugar
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms
- 3 bell peppers, sliced
Instructions
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Season each side of the pork chops with salt, pepper, and granulated garlic. Sear each side of the chops until they begin to brown, about 2 minutes each side.
- Add the crushed and diced tomatoes to the slow cooker.
- Stir in all the seasonings.
- Add all the vegetables.
- Add the seared pork chops and nestle them into the sauce and vegetables.
- Cover and cook for 6-7 hours.
- Serve with desired starch and enjoy.
Nutrition
Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.
Other Slow Cooker Pork Chop Recipes
Minnesota Pork Chops and Pork Chops with Potatoes are hearty, stick-to-your-ribs meals.
Pork Chops and Onions, Pork Chops with Apples, and Apple Butter Pork Chops highlight that perfect mix of savory and sweet.
For a cozy twist, Alpine Pork Chops bring a creamy, cheesy flavor the whole family will love.
I made pork chop cacciatore it was delicious, my husband loved it❤️
Was this recipe altered? I don’t remember putting crushed tomatoes and geeen peppers in the original
I apologize, we are changing the blog post soon, and the recipe card was updated too soon. Here is the old recipe:
Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs. pork chops
2 Tbsp. cooking oil
15 oz. can Italian diced tomatoes
3 Tbsp. tomato paste
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 clove garlic, minced
1 small white onion, diced
2 cups sliced mushrooms
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Instructions:
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cooking oil. Add the pork chops to the pan and brown on both sides, no need to cook all the way through, the slow cooker will do that. Set aside while you make the sauce.
Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme and oregano to the slow cooker. Stir until the tomato paste dissolves into the diced tomato juice. Add the onion and mushrooms, stir again. Add the pork chops into the sauce.
Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours without opening the lid during the cooking time.
Serve over pasta or rice and enjoy!
Delicious