Pork with Lemon and Sage Crock Pot
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistibly tender and flavorful Pork with Lemon and Sage Crock Pot recipe. Featuring a perfectly seasoned pork loin slow-cooked to perfection, this dish combines the bright zest of fresh lemon, the earthy aroma of sage, and the richness of garlic for a stunning balance of flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep time and the magic of a crock pot, this easy-to-make recipe creates juicy, melt-in-your-mouth pork that pairs beautifully with the savory, citrus-infused sauce. Whether served over fluffy mashed potatoes, alongside roasted vegetables, or with a fresh salad, this versatile dish is sure to impress at family dinners or casual gatherings. Plus, the low-and-slow cooking technique ensures maximum flavor and tenderness, making it a foolproof choice for home cooks of all levels.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork loin
- 1 whole lemon
- 6 leaves fresh sage leaves
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Rinse the pork loin under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.
Season the pork loin with salt and black pepper on all sides.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork loin on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. This step locks in flavor.
Transfer the seared pork loin to the crock pot.
Wash the lemon thoroughly and zest it over the pork loin. Then cut the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice of half the lemon over the pork and slice the other half into thin slices. Add the slices to the crock pot.
Peel the garlic cloves and smash them gently with the side of a knife. Add them to the crock pot along with the fresh sage leaves.
Pour the chicken broth into the crock pot to ensure the pork stays moist during cooking.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 6 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the pork loin from the crock pot and transfer it to a cutting board. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing or shredding.
To make the sauce thicker, mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Turn the crock pot to the high setting, add the slurry to the liquid in the crock pot, and stir until thickened, about 5 minutes.
Serve the pork with the thickened lemon-sage sauce drizzled over the top. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.6 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.7 g | 249% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 717 mg | 239% | |
| Sodium | 3484 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g | ||
| Protein | 250.1 g | 500% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 4206 mg | 89% | |
*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.
