Simplified Choucroute Garni For Crock Pot Pork Chops Sauerk Recipe

This incredibly easy crock-pot recipe transforms humble pork chops into a tender, flavorful masterpiece! Inspired by a family favorite, this simplified Choucroute Garnie skips the fuss while delivering all the comforting warmth of traditional sauerkraut. Juicy pork chops, tender potatoes, and sweet apples mingle with savory kielbasa and tangy sauerkraut, all simmered to perfection in your slow cooker. Get it started in the morning and come home to a delicious, melt-in-your-mouth dinner ready in just hours! So tender, you may need a fork!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 255 mins
Calories 421.3 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Simplified Choucroute Garni For Crock Pot Pork Chops Sauerk

  1. In a small bowl, mix together 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and your desired seasonings (see ingredient list for suggestions).
  2. Lightly coat your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Layer 1 lb small red potatoes (halved or quartered), 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick), 8 oz kielbasa (sliced), 1 medium apple (cored and sliced), and 16 oz sauerkraut in your slow cooker.
  4. Sprinkle each layer generously with the spice mixture.
  5. Pour 1/2 cup dry white wine over the top layer of sauerkraut.
  6. Cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours.
  7. Stir in 1 cup frozen peas during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  8. Carefully remove pork chops. Because of the long cooking time, they may be very tender and fall apart easily. Gently flake or serve as is.
  9. Stir the pork chops back into the mixture and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

50 g

Sugar

40g

Fat

24g

Carbs

13g