Spoon jarred apple pie filling and these 4 ingredients over pork chops into a slow cooker for a comforting meal people always come back to

This slow cooker 5-ingredient apple pie pork chops recipe is one of those cozy, no-fuss dinners that feels like a hug at the end of a long day. You literally just lay the pork chops in the slow cooker, then spoon jarred apple pie filling and four simple pantry ingredients over the top. As it cooks low and slow, the apples turn saucy and sweet while the pork gets tender and flavorful. It reminds me of the kind of comforting, church-potluck meals I grew up with here in the Midwest—simple, practical, and always a hit with family and friends.

These apple pie pork chops are lovely over creamy mashed potatoes, buttered egg noodles, or plain white rice so all that sweet-savory sauce has something to soak into. Add a simple green side like steamed green beans, roasted broccoli, or a tossed salad to balance the richness. Warm dinner rolls or a slice of crusty bread are great for mopping up extra sauce. If you like a little tang, a spoonful of coleslaw on the side or a few pickles on the plate can brighten everything up nicely.

Servings: 4

4 boneless pork chops (about 1 inch thick)

Lightly spray the inside of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray for easier cleanup.

Lay the pork chops in a single layer on the bottom of the slow cooker. It’s okay if the edges overlap a little.

In a medium bowl, stir together the apple pie filling, applesauce, soy sauce, ground cinnamon, and garlic powder until well combined.

Spoon the apple mixture evenly over the pork chops in the slow cooker, making sure each chop is covered with some of the apples and sauce. It should look like a generous blanket of apple pie filling over the raw pork chops.

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours, or on HIGH for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the pork chops are tender and reach an internal temperature of 145°F.

Once cooked, taste the sauce and adjust with a pinch of salt if needed. Serve the pork chops topped with plenty of the warm apple mixture and spoon extra sauce from the slow cooker over each plate.