Italian Pork Loin in a Crock Pot
Slow-cooked to perfection, this Italian Pork Loin in a Crock Pot is a flavorful and comforting dish that brings the heart of Italian cuisine straight to your kitchen. Featuring a tender 3-pound pork loin seared to golden perfection and nestled in a rich, aromatic tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, balsamic vinegar, and classic herbs like basil and oregano, this recipe is a true showstopper. Bright pops of diced onion and red bell pepper add depth, while the slow cooking process ensures the meat is fall-apart tender and infused with savory flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time and hands-off cooking in your crock pot, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Serve it over pasta, alongside crusty bread, or with roasted vegetables, and don’t forget to garnish with fresh parsley for the perfect finishing touch. Looking for an easy, indulgent Italian-inspired dinner idea? This crock pot pork loin recipe delivers every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Pork loin
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Dried basil
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 1 large Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Italian parsley, chopped
Instructions
Pat the pork loin dry with paper towels. Season it evenly with salt and black pepper on all sides.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork loin on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the pork loin and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the crock pot. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, chicken broth, and balsamic vinegar. Stir to combine everything evenly.
Place the seared pork loin into the crock pot, nestling it into the sauce mixture so it is mostly submerged.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours, until the pork loin is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Once the cooking time is complete, carefully remove the pork loin from the crock pot and let it rest on a cutting board for 5-10 minutes.
Use an immersion blender to lightly blend the sauce in the crock pot, if desired, to create a smoother consistency.
Slice the pork loin into medallions or shred it, as preferred, and return it to the crock pot to soak up the sauce.
Serve the Italian pork loin hot, garnished with chopped Italian parsley. Pair with crusty bread, pasta, or a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3910 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 221.3 g | 284% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.6 g | 363% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1075 mg | 358% | |
| Sodium | 3871 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.4 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.3 g | ||
| Protein | 383.3 g | 767% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 547 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 8720 mg | 186% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
