Pork Loin in a Crock
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistibly tender and flavor-packed Pork Loin in a Crock recipe! This one-pot wonder combines a perfectly seasoned, seared pork loin with hearty baby potatoes, sweet carrots, and a rich medley of fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme—all slow-cooked to perfection. The dish is finished with a velvety homemade gravy crafted from the savory cooking juices, making every bite melt-in-your-mouth delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep time and six hours of hands-off cooking, this crockpot favorite is ideal for busy families or easy entertaining. Whether served as a cozy Sunday supper or an effortless weeknight feast, this recipe is sure to impress. Keywords: slow cooker pork loin, crockpot dinner ideas, easy pork recipes, comfort food, one-pot meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork loin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 4 medium carrots, sliced
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Season the pork loin on all sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Sear the pork loin in the skillet, browning each side for 2-3 minutes. This step locks in the flavor.
Peel and slice the yellow onion and place it in the bottom of a slow cooker.
Add the sliced carrots and baby potatoes on top of the onion layer.
Place the seared pork loin on top of the vegetables in the slow cooker.
Pour the chicken broth into the slow cooker around the pork loin.
Add the rosemary and thyme sprigs on top of the pork loin.
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the pork is tender and cooked through.
Once the pork is fully cooked, remove the pork and vegetables from the slow cooker and set them aside on a platter. Cover with foil to keep warm.
Ladle the cooking liquid from the slow cooker into a small saucepan and bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the simmering liquid to thicken it into a gravy. Cook for 2-3 minutes until thickened to your liking.
Serve the sliced pork loin alongside the vegetables and drizzle with the prepared gravy. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3210 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.0 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.8 g | 249% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 717 mg | 239% | |
| Sodium | 3696 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.4 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 267.1 g | 534% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 433 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 7980 mg | 170% | |
*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.
