Here’s a simple and tender Slow Cooker Pork Loin recipe 🐖🍲—perfect for a hands-off, juicy roast:
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 1.2–1.5 kg (2.5–3 lb) pork loin
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional: 1 tsp dried herbs (thyme, rosemary, or sage)
- Optional glaze: 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
1. Prep the pork
- Pat the pork loin dry with paper towels.
- Rub with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional dried herbs.
2. Sear the pork (optional but recommended)
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the pork on all sides for 2–3 minutes until golden brown. This locks in flavor and juices.
3. Add to slow cooker
- Place the sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Put the seared pork loin on top.
- Pour the broth around the pork (not over the top, so the seasoning stays on).
4. Cook
- Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 63°C / 145°F.
5. Optional glaze
- During the last 30 minutes, brush the pork with honey or maple syrup for a sweet finish.
6. Serve
- Slice the pork loin and serve with the onions and juices from the slow cooker. Pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or rice.
💡 Tips
- Don’t overcook—pork loin can dry out if left too long.
- You can add root vegetables (carrots, potatoes) to the slow cooker for a full meal.
- Save leftover juices for a quick pan sauce—just simmer with a bit of cornstarch to thicken.
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