Crock Pot Pork Roast
This Crock Pot Pork Roast is slow-cooked to perfection, making it tender, juicy, and full of flavor. Perfect for a hearty family dinner, this easy recipe requires minimal effort and simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 3-4 lb pork shoulder or pork loin
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 cup chicken or beef broth
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, chopped (optional)
- 3 potatoes, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Season the pork – Rub the pork roast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and smoked paprika.
- Sear the roast (optional) – In a pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the pork for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. This enhances the flavor.
- Prepare the slow cooker – Place the sliced onions, garlic, carrots, and potatoes at the bottom of the crock pot.
- Add the pork roast – Place the seasoned pork on top of the vegetables.
- Pour in the broth – Add chicken or beef broth and Worcestershire sauce to keep the meat moist.
- Slow cook – Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours until the pork is fork-tender.
- Shred or slice – Remove the pork and let it rest for a few minutes. Shred it with forks or slice as desired.
- Serve & enjoy – Serve with the cooked vegetables and drizzle with the flavorful crock pot juices.
Notes
- Best cuts of pork: Pork shoulder or pork butt is ideal for this recipe as they become more tender with slow cooking. Pork loin works too but may be leaner.
- Searing for extra flavor: Browning the pork before slow cooking adds depth to the taste, but it’s optional.
- Thickening the sauce: If you want a thicker gravy, remove the liquid and whisk it with cornstarch in a saucepan until thickened.