Slow Cooker Pork Loin Roast
This Slow Cooker Pork Loin Roast is tender, juicy, and packed with garlic-herb flavor. It's the perfect hands-off meal for busy days, comforting dinners, or family gatherings. Just sear, set, and forget for a savory main course that never disappoints
Ingredients
- 1 boneless pork loin roast 3–4 lbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium onion sliced
- 3 carrots peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium preferred
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard optional, for added depth
Instructions
- Prep the Pork: Pat the pork loin dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Pork: In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the pork on all sides until browned, about 2–3 minutes per side. Set aside.
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Layer sliced onions, chopped carrots, and celery in the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Add Flavor: Sprinkle the garlic over the veggies, then add rosemary, thyme, and optional mustard or vinegar.
- Add Broth: Pour in the chicken broth carefully around the veggies (not directly on the pork).
- Cook: Place the seared pork loin on top of the veggies. Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours.
- Rest and Slice: Remove pork and let it rest for 10 minutes. Slice and serve with vegetables and broth.
Notes
• This recipe works well with pork tenderloin but reduce the cooking time by half.
• You can add apple slices or parsnips for extra flavor variation.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container with a little broth to keep them moist.
• You can add apple slices or parsnips for extra flavor variation.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container with a little broth to keep them moist.