The quest continues for new ways to use my crock pot without leaning on those heavy cream soup bases. There’s just something so satisfying about tossing everything in, stepping away, and coming back hours later to a kitchen that smells like fall itself: warm apples, savory herbs, and a little bit of onion. This pork chops with stuffing recipe will absolutely be added to the rotation.

Sure, you could use a prepared stuffing mix, but I had some day-old bread begging for a second life. It turned into the most delicious, herby, golden-topped stuffing. Crusty edges, soft centers, and a depth of flavor that only homemade gives you. (seriously, try the bread recipe. You know I have some baking challenges, but this is so good)

Let’s Cook!

1. Bottom layer (moisture + flavor)

• Pour ½–1 cup chicken or vegetable broth into the bottom of crock pot.
• Add sliced onions and apples right into the liquid.

2. Middle layer (pork)

• Season pork chops on both sides (salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika).
• Lay them in a single layer over the onions/apples — they’ll steam gently in the broth.

3. Top layer (stuffing)

• Prepare the fresh stuffing mixture by cubing the bread remnants into bite-sized pieces and tossing with the butter and the spices. Stir in the sauteed onions and celery. Add broth until just moistened (you’ll want it a little on the dryer side because of the liquid at the bottom of the pot).
• Gently mound stuffing on top of the pork in an even layer.
• Don’t pack it too tightly so steam can move through and keep it light.

4. Cook

• LOW 4–5 hours or HIGH 2½–3 hours, until pork reaches 155°F and stuffing is tender.

5. Optional crispy finish

• Remove stuffing and spread on a baking sheet under the broiler for 3–5 min to get golden edges.

I just served it with some fresh green beans tossed with a citrus vinaigrette. The pork was so tender, it was falling apart. The perfect fall meal!

What’s your favorite slow cooker meal? Share with us – I’m always on the lookout for my next crock pot adventure!!

Eat well friends!

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