Crock Pot Pork Loin

Enjoy this easy and delicious slow cooker recipe! Crock Pot Pork Loin is a tender, juicy, and flavorful dish that pairs well with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a side of steamed rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting weekend meal, this pork loin will quickly become a family favorite. ️

• Ingredients:

– 3-4 pounds pork loin roast
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
– 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 2 cloves garlic, minced

• Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pork:
– Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
– Season the pork loin roast with dried rosemary, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
– Sear the pork loin in the hot skillet, turning it on all sides until browned. This step enhances the flavor and texture of the pork.

2. Transfer to Crock Pot:
– Place the seared pork loin in the crock pot.

3. Make the Sauce:
– In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic.

4. Cook the Pork:
– Pour the mixture over the pork loin in the crock pot, ensuring it is well coated.
– Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours. The pork loin is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

5. Serve:
– Once cooked, remove the pork loin from the crock pot and let it rest for a few minutes.
– Slice the pork loin into thick slices.
– Serve the Crock Pot Pork Loin with the juices from the crock pot, spooned over the slices.