Pork Chops and Sauerkraut

Name: Pork Chops and Sauerkraut
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 3 h
Total time: 3 h 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Europe, German
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil; 4 bone-in center-cut pork loin chops (8 ounces each ); 1 jar (32 ounces) sauerkraut, undrained; 3/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1 medium green pepper, sliced; 1 medium onion, sliced

Total Time Prep: 15 min. Cook: 3 hours

Yield 4 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

Planning for Oktoberfest, or simply in the mood for a hearty, wholesome meal? It is time for slow-cooker pork chops and sauerkraut.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola oil
4 bone-in center-cut pork loin chops (8 ounces each )
1 jar (32 ounces) sauerkraut, undrained
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 medium green pepper, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced

Directions

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook until pork chops are browned, 3-4 minutes on each side. Drain. In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the sauerkraut and brown sugar. Top with the pork chops, green pepper and onion.
Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 3-4 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 599 calories, 26g fat (8g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 1589mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (46g sugars, 7g fiber), 39g protein.

Pair tender pork chops with sauerkraut for a filling main dish that's quick and easy to put together. —Stephanie Miller, Omaha, Nebraska

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