There is nothing that feels as good as walking through the door after a long, chaotic day and knowing—dinner is already done. And a yummy dinner like this Hawaiian Pork chops recipe! I’m talking about a hot, comforting, made-with-love kind of meal that’s just waiting for you and your crew. Can you say lifesaver?
Because listen, I know your day has been packed with everything from school drop-offs, laundry mountains, grocery runs, maybe working a shift or answering emails—and don’t even get me started on the unexpected meltdowns, carpool chaos, or the last-minute school project your kid definitely forgot to mention until bedtime. (Drive safe when you go get that poster board mama!)
By the time dinner rolls around, the last thing you want to do is stand over the stove for an hour, dodging snack requests and breaking up arguments while trying not to burn the supper. And let’s not even talk about the mountain of dishes waiting afterward. No, thank you!
Imagine instead walking into a house that smells amazing, a warm meal ready to go, and nothing left to do but gather your people, grab the paper plates, and enjoy some quality time together as a family! I mean… dreamy, right?
Let’s be honest: we all want that picture perfect version of family dinner, where everyone sits down, shares their day, and no one’s in a bad mood or throwing green beans across the table. But the reality? Unless you’ve got a system that works for your life, dinner can quickly become the most stressful part of the day.
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When I was in the thick of mothering young kiddos, I used to wonder how my mama did it all. She seemed to have it together—dinner on the table, everyone fed, and still smiling. Meanwhile, there I was, trying not to cry on the frozen pizza we were about to have for the second night that week.
That’s when I knew something had to change. I wanted the family time. I wanted the smiles, the laughter, the connection. But I needed a way to make it easier. And that’s when my love for the slow cooker started.
That’s why I started Crazy Busy Mama—to share the meals, the shortcuts, and the stories with you. Because I know how it feels to be in the thick of it. I know what it’s like to want the best for your family and also want five minutes to breathe.
Slow Cooker “Dump & go” recipes saved my sanity. Truly. I could throw a few ingredients into the crockpot during my morning coffee, and by dinnertime—boom. Magic. A hot, hearty meal without the stress. Without the mess. Without the hour of cooking and the forty-five minutes of cleaning. It is so easy it will almost feel like you are cheating, but in reality you are just being smart and doing something to make your life so much easier!
One of my family's favorite? This Hawaiian Pork Chop recipe. It’s packed with flavor— and the pork chops stay so tender. Serve it over rice, or even with a side of bread for soaking up every last bit. It’s a whole vibe.
And don’t worry—I’ve got your dinnertime covered with an entire cookbook for slow cooker meals like this! It was actually my late husband Quintin that was the brains behind the recipes when it came to making the cookbook. He unexpectedly passed away a few months before we got the first physical copy in the mail. It was a bittersweet day. I would have given anything to share it with him, but I know he is so proud of how our hard work has grown into something we truly dreamed it would be: a way to help families get that intentional time around the table.
And yes… I tend to keep the meals I share simple, Because Crazy busy mamas like us don’t need complicated—we need doable.
So if you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or burnt out, just know: I see you. And I made this space for you. Crazy Busy Mama is where we keep it real, share what works, and find joy in the little wins—like dinner being ready when you walk in the door.
You’ve got this, mama. And if not—well, your slow cooker does. 😉
Ingredients for Hawaiian Pork Chops
How to make Hawaiian Pork Chops: ingredients you need!
4 Pork chops
1/2 cup soy sauce
11/2 Tbsp Minced Garlic
2 Tbsp Rice Vinegar Pineapple chunks
1/4 cup ketchup
1/2 cup Brown sugar
Hawaiian Pork Chops Video Tutorial
For those of you who would love a visual step-by-step tutorial here is one for you!
How to Make Hawaiian Pork Chops
How to make Hawaiian Pork Chops : a step by step guide
Place the pork chops in the bottom of your slow cooker
Add soy sauce and rice vinegar
Add garlic & ketchup
Add brown sugar
Add pineapple chunks
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours
Enjoy!
Hawaiian Pork Chops: SIDE IDEA
These pork chops are best served over rice and I love them with a side of roasted veggies!
Crazy Busy Mama Tip
Get some liners for your slow cooker! This will make clean up that much easier! Trust me mama, with slow cooker dump & go meals and liners; your life if about to change!
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More Easy Slow Cooker Recipes
If you love this Hawaiian Pork Chops recipe, be sure to check out these other easy Slow Cooker recipes that will add fun and flavor to every meal.
Slow Cooker Pasta Con Broccoli
Philly Cheese Steak Pasta (Slow Cooker)
Slow Cooker Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles (Just 4 Ingredients)
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Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pork Chops
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 Pork chops
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 1½ Tbsp Minced Garlic
- 2 Tbsp Rice Vinegar
- ¼ cup ketchup
- ½ cup Brown sugar
- 1 can Pineapple chunks
Instructions
- Place the pork chops in the bottom of your slow cooker
- Add soy sauce and rice vinegar
- Add garlic & ketchup
- Add brown sugar
- Add pineapple chunks
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours
Video
Nutrition
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