Apricot Pork Bites in the Slow Cooker

Apricot Pork Bites in the Slow Cooker…. These tasty pork bites cook slow in sweet apricot jam and chili sauce, turning soft and sticky. Just chop meat, mix sauce, and let it go—no fuss! Crispy edges optional. Perfect party snack for 10-12 friends. Warm, fruity flavor kids love. Super easy!

Ingredients

• 3 pounds pork loin or shoulder, cut into 1-inch chunks

• 2 cups apricot jam (one big jar)

• 1 cup sweet chili sauce (like ketchup, not hot stuff)

Apricot Pork Bites: Steps

1. Trim extra fat from pork. Cut into small 1-inch pieces so they cook the same.

2. Spray a 4-6 quart slow cooker with no-stick spray or use a liner bag.

3. Mix apricot jam and sweet chili sauce in a bowl until smooth orange—no lumps!

4. Put pork in cooker. Pour sauce on top. Stir to coat every piece.

5. Cover with lid. Cook it on low heat for 4-5 hrs or high heat for 2-3 hrs. Pork should be soft and reach 145°F inside.

6. Stir when done. If sauce is thin, cook lid-off on high 15-30 minutes until thick and sticky. Stir a little.

7. For crispy edges (optional): Spread bites and sauce on foil-lined baking sheet. Broil 2-4 minutes until bubbly—watch it!

8. Serve warm on a plate with extra sauce. Use toothpicks or forks. Keep cooker on warm for refills.

Tip: Check pork with a meat thermometer for safety!