Slow Cooker Pork Roast

Slow Cooker Pork Roast

from insanelygoodrecipes.com
495 min

This slow cooker pork roast is an easy meal the family will love! Cooked low and slow, the savory flavors are just to die for.

Ingredients

  • 3-4 lb pork shoulder or pork loin roast
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp each salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp each dried thyme, oregano, cumin
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup each balsamic vinegar and soy sauce
  • 2-3 tbsp honey
  • 2 lbs potatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1.5 lbs carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 4-6 sprigs fresh rosemary and thyme

Directions

  1. 1

    Season the pork roast all over with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano and cumin.

  2. 2

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to the slow cooker.

  3. 3

    Add the diced onions and garlic to the same skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Stir in the balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and honey. Pour this mixture over the pork in the slow cooker.

  4. 4

    Arrange the potatoes and carrots around the pork roast. Tuck the sprigs of rosemary and thyme into the vegetables and pork.

  5. 5

    Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, until the pork is very tender and shreds easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach at least 145°F.

  6. 6

    Remove the herb sprigs. Shred the pork using two forks. Serve the pork with the potatoes, carrots, and cooking liquid.

  7. 7

    For a thicker gravy, strain out about 1 cup of the liquid and whisk in 2 tsp cornstarch. Microwave for 30-60 seconds until thickened and drizzle over the pork.