Slow Cooker

Slow Cooker Pork Cacciatore

A twist on the Italian classic using pork instead of chicken. Simmered in a tomato-based sauce with bell peppers and herbs for a savory, slow-cooked dinner.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, sliced
  • 4 boneless pork chops
  • 1 (28 ounce) jar pasta sauce
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 green bell pepper, seeded and sliced into strips
  • 1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, brown chops over medium-high heat. Transfer to slow cooker.
  2. In the same pan, cook onion in oil over medium heat until browned. Stir in mushrooms and bell pepper, and cook until these vegetables are soft. Mix in pasta sauce, diced tomatoes, and white wine.
  3. Season with Italian seasoning, basil, and garlic. Pour over pork chops in slow cooker.
  4. Cook on Low for 7 to 8 hours. To serve, place a slice of cheese over each chop, and cover with sauce.