My aunt taught me this sweet trick for early summer nights. Only 4 ingredients bundled up and the sticky sweet juices mix right into the meat until it practically melts in your mouth.

This slow cooker 4-ingredient foil packet peach pork chops recipe is one of those early-summer tricks that feels almost too easy for how luxurious the results are. My aunt showed me this method years ago: you bundle everything into individual foil packets, let the slow cooker do the work, and by the time dinner rolls around, the pork is so tender it practically melts in your mouth. The peach preserves and sliced peaches turn into a sticky, golden glaze that seeps into the meat and keeps it incredibly moist. It’s a practical, no-fuss recipe for busy weeknights or laid-back evenings when you want something comforting but don’t want to heat up the whole kitchen.

Serve these peach-glazed pork chops right in their open foil packets over a bed of fluffy white rice or buttered egg noodles to catch all the sweet, sticky juices. A crisp green vegetable—like steamed green beans, sautéed asparagus, or a simple mixed salad with a tangy vinaigrette—helps balance the sweetness. A slice of crusty bread is great for mopping up the extra sauce, and if you enjoy wine, a chilled, slightly off-dry Riesling or a light, fruity rosé pairs nicely with the peachy glaze.

Servings: 4

4 boneless pork chops, about 1-inch thick (roughly 1 1/2 to 2 pounds total)

Line your slow cooker with a reusable liner if you like for easier cleanup, then set it aside. Tear off 4 large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, each about 12 to 14 inches long, and lay them flat on the counter.

Pat the pork chops dry with paper towels. This helps the glaze cling better and keeps excess moisture from diluting the flavors in the packet.

In a small bowl, stir together the peach preserves and the dry onion soup mix until you have a thick, sticky mixture. It won’t be perfectly smooth, and that’s fine—the bits of onion add savory depth to balance the sweetness.

Place one pork chop in the center of each foil sheet. Spoon a generous 2 to 3 tablespoons of the peach-onion mixture over each chop, spreading it to mostly cover the top. You’ll use any remaining mixture in the next step.

Divide the drained peach slices evenly among the 4 pork chops, arranging them over and around the meat. Spoon any remaining peach-onion mixture over the top of the peaches so everything is lightly coated.

Fold each foil packet by bringing the long sides up over the pork and peaches, then folding them together tightly down the center to seal. Fold in the short ends to create a snug packet, leaving just a little room inside for steam to circulate but making sure no juices can escape.

Arrange the foil packets in a single layer in the slow cooker, seam side up. It’s fine if they overlap slightly, but try to avoid stacking them too thickly so the heat can move evenly around each packet.

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours, or on HIGH for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the pork chops are very tender and reach an internal temperature of at least 145°F (63°C). The juices inside the packets should be bubbling and syrupy.

When cooking time is up, carefully lift each foil packet from the slow cooker using tongs—watch for hot steam as you open them. Transfer each pork chop to a plate or shallow bowl, then pour the warm peach glaze and peach slices from the packet over the top.

Serve the pork chops immediately while hot, spooning any extra sticky sweet juices from the foil over your chosen side dish so none of that flavor goes to waste.

For a little heat with the sweet, stir 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes into the peach preserves and onion soup mix before assembling the packets. If you prefer a brighter flavor, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice to the mixture to cut through the richness. Bone-in pork chops can be used instead of boneless; just choose chops of similar thickness and allow a bit more time on LOW, checking that they reach at least 145°F (63°C) at the center. To keep this recipe strictly 4 ingredients, avoid adding extra seasonings directly, but you can finish the cooked chops with a sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper or a few torn basil or thyme leaves at the table. If you don’t have peach preserves, apricot preserves make a close stand-in with a similar texture and sweetness. For food safety, always thaw pork completely in the refrigerator before cooking—do not cook from frozen in the slow cooker, as the meat may stay too long in the temperature “danger zone.” Use a food thermometer to confirm doneness, and refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in shallow containers. Reheat leftovers gently until steaming hot, and discard any foil packets that have torn or leaked during cooking to avoid burns from hot juices.