Boneless pork chops, russet potatoes, and sliced onions are slow-cooked together in Sweet Baby Ray’s barbecue sauce, then finished with crispy bacon and melted Colby Jack cheese. This hearty, flavorful dish is simple to prepare and makes a great family favorite for busy weeknights.
If you enjoy Sweet Baby Ray’s, you might also like other slow cooker pork recipes such as Pulled Pork Chow Down and Crockpot Ribs.
Slow cooker meals that remove the guesswork are a welcome help when you want a delicious dinner without fuss. Pork pairs perfectly with barbecue sauce, and layering the ingredients in the crockpot lets the flavors meld while you go about your day.
This version keeps things easy but satisfying: thinly sliced potatoes and onions form a base that soaks up the sauce, pork chops sit on top to stay tender and juicy, and bacon and cheese are added at the end for crunch and creaminess.
Key Ingredients
Russet potatoes: Thin slices cook to tender, hearty bites and absorb the barbecue flavors.
White onion: Sliced onions soften and sweeten during the slow cook, adding depth to the dish.
Pork chops: Use bone-in for juicier meat or thick-cut boneless for easy serving; both become tender when cooked slowly.
Barbecue sauce: Sweet, smoky, and tangy — divide the sauce for layering so every bite is balanced.
Seasonings: Salt and black pepper to taste are all you need to enhance the natural flavors.
Bacon: Cooked bacon added at the end gives a smoky crunch. Choose your preferred bacon for added flavor variation.
Cheese: Colby Jack melts beautifully and finishes the dish with creamy, mild flavor.
Variations
This recipe is delicious as written, but here are a few easy swaps to personalize it:
- Swap russet potatoes for Yukon Gold or red potatoes for a different texture—adjust cooking time as needed.
- Use any favorite barbecue sauce to change the flavor profile, including spicier or more tangy varieties.
- Substitute mozzarella or pepper jack for Colby Jack if you prefer a milder or spicier finish.
How to Make BBQ Pork Chops in the Slow Cooker
- Build the base – Spray a 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick spray. Layer sliced potatoes evenly in the bottom, then sprinkle the onions, salt, and pepper over the potatoes.
- Flavor it up – Squeeze about 1 cup of barbecue sauce over the potatoes and onions. Arrange the pork chops in an even layer on top and pour the remaining barbecue sauce over the pork.
- Let it cook – Cover and cook on HIGH for about 4 hours without opening the lid. When the pork and potatoes are tender, add cooked bacon slices and top with cheese. Cover for 10 more minutes to melt the cheese, then serve.
How to Serve
This dish is a satisfying, complete meal straight from the slow cooker. For complementary sides, try a crisp green salad, tangy coleslaw, or a slice of warm cornbread to round out the plate.
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Slow Cooker Pork Chops and Potatoes
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Equipment
- Slow cooker — 6 quart or larger.
Ingredients
- 5 cups sliced russet potatoes
- 1 cup sliced white onion
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 18 oz Sweet Baby Ray’s barbecue sauce, divided
- 2 lbs pork chops (bone-in or thick-cut boneless)
- 6 slices cooked bacon (add at the end)
- 6 slices Colby Jack cheese (add at the end)
Instructions
- Spray a 6-quart oval slow cooker with nonstick spray. Place the sliced potatoes in an even layer, sprinkle the onions over them, and season with salt and pepper. Squeeze about 1 cup of the barbecue sauce over the potatoes and onions.
- Arrange the pork chops in an even layer on top and pour the remaining barbecue sauce over the pork.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours, avoiding opening the lid during cooking.
- When done, lay the cooked bacon slices over the pork chops and top with cheese slices. Cover for about 10 minutes to melt the cheese, then serve.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 61 g |
Protein: 46 g |
Fat: 23 g |
Saturated Fat: 10 g |
Cholesterol: 136 mg |
Sodium: 1454 mg |
Potassium: 1397 mg |
Fiber: 3 g |
Sugar: 30 g
Nutrition info is an estimate. If you follow a special diet, please calculate precise values separately.
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