5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Pork Hocks

If you love old-fashioned comfort food, these 5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Pork Hocks are the kind of hearty dinner that feels like it came straight from Grandma’s kitchen. Pork hocks slowly cook until incredibly tender, creating rich, savory meat and a flavorful cooking broth.

With just five simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy family dinner. Serve the tender pork hocks with mashed potatoes, cabbage, beans, or crusty bread to soak up every bit of the delicious broth.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Only 5 ingredients
• Minimal prep work
• Slow cooking creates tender, flavorful pork
• Perfect for a hearty comfort-food dinner
• Budget-friendly and filling
• Great with classic sides like cabbage and potatoes

Ingredients

• 4 pork hocks, about 3–4 pounds total
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Note: The five main ingredients are pork hocks, onion, garlic, chicken broth, and Dijon mustard. Salt and pepper are basic seasonings.

Step-by-Step Instructions