Maple Bourbon Pork Chops

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat.
2. 2
   Sprinkle the salt and pepper evenly over the pork chops and add to the skillet.
3. 3
   Brown the chops on both sides, adding a few at a time, being careful not to crowd the pan, and transfer to the insert of a 5- to 7-quart slow cooker.
4. 4
   Melt the butter in the skillet over med-high heat.
5. 5
   Add the onions and saute until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Add the remaining ingredients and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
7. 7
   Transfer the contents of the skillet to the slow cooker.
8. 8
   Cover and cook on HIGH for 3-4 hours or on LOW for 6-8 hours.
9. 9
   Skim off any fat from the top of the sauce.
10. 10
    Serve from the cooker set on warm.