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    Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pork Chops

    Published: Sep 30, 2024 · Modified: Apr 18, 2025 by Ryan Allen · 1 Comment · This post may contain affiliate links

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    These Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pork Chops are one of my favorite ways to enjoy pork. It’s easy to make and is full of balanced flavors. I have added it to my weekly dinner rotation because of how much everyone loves it. Plus, it pairs with various sides to create a different meal each time.

    Hawaiian pork chops on a plate of rice with a slow cooker in the background.
    Jump to:
    • Why You’ll Love Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pork Chops 
    • Ingredients
    • Variations
    • How to Make Hawaiian Pork Chops in the Crock Pot
    • Storage Directions 
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Expert Tips
    • Recipe FAQs
    • More Delicious Crock Pot Pork Recipes
    • Hawaiian Pork Chops in the Slow Cooker

    The citrus flavor of the orange and the tangy pineapple tenderizes the peppers and onions and infuses bright flavors into the brown sugar soy sauce. The ginger and red pepper add a hint of spice to keep it all balanced and delicious. 

    If you like Hawaiian-inspired dinner recipes, you will love Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pulled Pork and Crock Pot Hawaiian Chicken.

    Why You’ll Love Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pork Chops 

    • Easy to prepare: Once all of the ingredients are prepped and measured, your slow cooker will do the rest of the work.
    • Versatile recipe: You may serve this recipe in a variety of ways. It pairs well with any type of side dish!
    • Adjust the sweetness and spice: You have total control over the amount of heat and sugar added in this recipe to fit your tastes.

    Ingredients

    These are all of the ingredients needed to set up your crock pot to make a delicious Hawaiian pork dinner in a delicious sweet and sour sauce. They are all common ingredients that you may find at any local grocery store.

    Ingredients to make slow cooker Hawaiian pork chops on a counter ready to be prepared.
    • Pork chops: You may use bone-in or boneless pork chops for this recipe. They will take longer to cook with the bones but they will be more flavorful.
    • Veggies: I use chopped yellow onions, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper. They add a natural sweetness to the sauce.
    • Brown sugar: I like to use brown sugar because of its depth of flavor. It has subtle caramel notes that work well with the chops.
    • Orange juice: The citrus flavor from the orange juice tastes great with the soy sauce and pineapple.
    • Garlic: I like fresh garlic in this recipe. It adds depth to the sauce and compliments the spices.
    • Spices: I add red pepper flakes and ground ginger for spice and zing. Ginger works well with several ingredients.
    • Ketchup: Not only does the ketchup help thicken the sauce, but it also adds richness and some tomato-y sweetness.
    • Soy sauce: The savory and salty flavor adds umami to the pork chops and balances the other flavors.
    • Pineapple: I use canned pineapple and I don’t drain the juice. It adds texture as well as a sweet and tangy flavor. 
    • Cornstarch: I make a slurry with pineapple juice to help thicken the sauce without watering it down.

    See the recipe card below for exact ingredient amounts, nutritional information, and detailed instructions.

    Variations

    • Honey Sriracha: Swap the brown sugar for honey and the ketchup for sriracha to add heat and a different flavor profile.
    • Pineapple BBQ: Smother the pork chops in your favorite BBQ sauce for a smoky tropical twist.
    • Cilantro Lime: Try lime juice instead of orange juice and add freshly chopped cilantro for California vibes.

    How to Make Hawaiian Pork Chops in the Crock Pot

    Here are the instructions on how to make these Hawaiian pineapple pork chops in the slow cooker. It involves very few steps and hands-on cooking, leaving you time to relax and enjoy the delightful aromas that fill your kitchen.

    Uncooked pork chops, onions, and bell peppers in a slow cooker.
    1. Step 1: Layer the pork chops and veggies. Start with laying the chopped onions on the bottom of the slow cooker. Place the pork chops on top and cover with the bell peppers.
    Hawaiian sauce in a clear bowl with a large spoon in it.
    1. Step 2: Make the sauce. Combine the brown sugar, orange juice, garlic, red pepper flakes, ginger, ketchup, and soy sauce in a small bowl and whisk until they are well-mixed.
    Sauce poured over the uncooked meat and vegetables.

    Step 3: Add the sauce and cook. Pour the sauce over the top of the pork and veggies. Add the lid and cook for 2 ½ to 3 ½ hours on high or 4 ½ to 5 ½ hours on low.

    Pineapple chunks on top of the cooked Hawaiian pork chops.

    Step 4: Add pineapple and keep cooking. Remove the pork chops from the pot during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Combine some of the pineapple juice from the can with cornstarch. Mix the slurry into the sauce until it’s well combined. Place the pork back into the pot and pour the pineapple chunks on top. Cook it for the final 30 minutes.

    Hint: Let the Pork Chops Rest

    Removing the pork from the slow cooker not only makes it easier to thicken the sauce, but it also allows them to rest so they are extra tender and juicy when you slice them.

    A wooden spatula holding a pork chop over a slow cooker.

    Storage Directions 

    • Refrigeration: Store leftover Hawaiian pork chops in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
    • Reheating: You may reheat leftovers in the microwave or a skillet on the stovetop until warmed through.
    • Freezing: Freeze any extra pork chops in a resealable freezer bag for up to 2 months. I do not recommend saving the extra onions and peppers as they become mushy when they thaw.
    • Make Ahead: Chop your veggies and make the sauce ahead. Then, store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before you set up your meal in the slow cooker.

    Serving Suggestions

    • I love serving this recipe over Slow Cooker Rice. It’s also delicious alongside these slow cooker Roasted Potatoes and Corn on the Cob.
    • End this delicious meal of Hawaiian-style pork chops with a yummy dessert like Crock Pot Chocolate Peanut Clusters or Crock Pot Blueberry Cobbler.
    • A simple side salad would complement this recipe, too!
    A Hawaiian pork chop on a plate of rice with a crock pot in the background.

    Expert Tips

    • Sear the pork chops: To lock in the juices and add even more flavor, you may sear the pork chops in a skillet before you add them to the crock pot.
    • Don’t add the pineapple too early: Ensure that you hold off on adding the pineapple chunks. If they cook too long, they become very mushy.
    • Layer the pork if needed: Depending on the size of your crock pot, you may need to layer the pork. This is just fine! Keep an eye on it to make sure they cook thoroughly.

    Recipe FAQs

    How do I know when the pork chops are fully cooked?

    Once they fall apart tender or when a meat thermometer reads at least 145 degrees F.

    Can I use a crock pot liner?

    Yes! It’s a great tool for easy cleanup.

    Why are my pork chops dry?

    If you cook them too long they can become overcooked and dry.

    Hawaiian pork chops on a bed of rice.

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    Hawaiian pork chops on a plate of rice with a slow cooker in the background.

    Hawaiian Pork Chops in the Slow Cooker

    Author: Ryan Allen
    This Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pork Chop recipe is super easy to make. The sweet pineapple and soy sauce infuse tons of flavor into the pork and veggies.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
    Total Time 2 hours hrs 40 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 446 kcal

    Equipment

    • My Favorite Slow-Cooker
    • Slow-Cooker Liners

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 pork chops bone-in or boneless, 1 inch thick
    • 1 medium yellow onion chopped into 1" pieces
    • 1 medium yellow bell pepper chopped into 1" pieces
    • 1 medium red bell pepper chopped into 1" pieces
    • ¼ cup brown sugar
    • ¼ cup orange juice
    • 3 teaspoons garlic minced
    • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
    • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
    • ½ cup ketchup
    • ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
    • 20 ounces pineapple chunks with juice do not drain
    • 3 tablespoons cornstarch

    Instructions
     

    • Add the chopped onion to the bottom of the slow cooker. Then, place the pork chops on top.
    • Cover the pork chops with chopped red and yellow bell peppers.
    • In a medium bowl, add brown sugar, orange juice, garlic, red pepper flakes, ground ginger, ketchup, and soy sauce. Mix until well combined, and pour sweet and sour sauce over everything.
    • Cover and cook on high for 2½-3½ hours or on low for 4½-5½ hours.
    • Thirty minutes before cook time is up, remove pork chops. Add pineapple juice from the can and cornstarch to a small bowl. Whisk together until there are no lumps. Pour into the Crock-Pot and mix until well combined. Dump pineapple chunks on top. Cover and continue to cook for thirty minutes.
    • Serve over rice and garnish with diced green onion.

    Notes

    • Sear the pork chops: To lock in the juices and add even more flavor, you may sear the pork chops in a skillet before you add them to the crock pot.
    • Don’t add the pineapple too early: Ensure that you hold off on adding the pineapple chunks. If they cook too long, they become very mushy.
    • Layer the pork if needed: Depending on the size of your crock pot, you may need to layer the pork. This is just fine! Keep an eye on it to make sure they cook thoroughly.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 446kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 33gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 922mgPotassium: 1046mgFiber: 4gSugar: 44gVitamin A: 1290IUVitamin C: 118mgCalcium: 71mgIron: 2mg

    *Nutrition information is an estimate. It may vary based on ingredients, brands, and changes in cooking methods listed in the recipe. If you need exact ingredient numbers, I recommend calculating them with your preferred nutrition calculator.

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    1. Ryan Allen says

      September 30, 2024 at 5:53 pm

      5 stars
      I you are a fan of sweet and tangy flavors. You will love these pork chops.

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