Whether it’s a stew simmering on the hob, a joint roasting in the oven or a curry cooking in the slow cooker, cooking hearty meals low and slow is the perfect way to achieve delicious flavour whilst you relax. We have a great range of slow cook recipes and some handy hints on achieving meltingly tender results. Show
Oven, Hob or Slow Cooker? Different recipes suggest different cooking methods but you can also adapt recipes cooked on the hob or in the oven for the slow cooker. It may also be helpful to know that sometimes the style of cooking typically defines the name of the dish; stews are traditionally cooked on the hob and casseroles in the oven, but these days there doesn’t seem to be set rules! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy. This Crock Pot Pork Roast recipe is tender and juicy and perfect for busy weeknights. Plus it’s super easy to make in your slow cooker with just a few simple ingredients and about 5 minutes of prep. Serve with some make ahead mashed potatoes, gravy, and green beans for the ultimate comfort food meal. It would make a lovely and simple holiday meal, too. Table of Contents
The Easiest Crock Pot Pork RoastYou know when you just don’t feel like cooking? Or you are going to have company for dinner, but you have no time to make anything fancy? Help is at hand in the form of this delicious slow cooker pork roast recipe. Making this roast is so easy that you could practically do it in your sleep!
I buy a 2-3 pound pork loin roast at Costco because it comes in a 4-pack which means I always have some on hand. It has up to 10% of a solution of broth and salt, which adds more flavor, but also means you may want to omit additional salt until after cooking. Since I buy a lot of meat in bulk, I keep it in the freezer. I just get it out of my freezer when I’m ready to cook and put it into my slow cooker. Ingredients
How to Make a Crock Pot Pork Roast
FAQsHow long does pork take in a slow cooker? A 3-pound pork roast will take about 8 hours to cook in the slow cooker on LOW, or 4-5 hours on HIGH. My roast always turns out so tender and flavorful. Do you put water in the crock pot with a pork roast? When I am cooking this from its frozen state, I don’t add any liquid to the bottom of the crock pot because as the roast thaws it will release plenty of liquid. If the meat is fresh or thawed, I add ¼ to ½ cup of water or chicken broth. Likewise, if you get a pork roast that has not had broth and salt added to it, you may want to add more salt. Can you make this ahead of time? Sure – you can cook the roast a day or two in advance and store the meat in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Reheat in the microwave to serve. Which Cut of Pork is Best in a Slow Cooker?I use a pork loin roast for this easy recipe – it’s my favorite cut of pork to roast in a slow cooker. It’s a generously sized roast so it will feed at least 6 people, and it comes our juicy, flavorful and so tender after several hours. The long, skinny tenderloin is also a good cut, but I have found that it has more of a risk of getting dry because it is more lean. I prefer Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin or Pan Roasted Pork Tenderloin. If it’s Pulled Pork you’re after, you’ll need a large pork shoulder, and Crockpot Ribs are always a winner. How to Make a Pork Gravy with a RouxMaking gravy from a roux is simple and easy and super delicious with this Crock Pot Pork Loin.
Serving SuggestionsThis pork pairs well with my fluffy mashed potatoes, Seasoned Rice, and any kind of vegetable, like Oven Roasted Broccoli, Garlic Green Beans or Honey Roasted Carrots. And if you have leftovers, you can use the meat in enchiladas, taquitos, or sandwiches–the possibilities are endless! Variations
Storing LeftoversRefrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Freeze: Store in an airtight, freezer-safe container in the freezer for up to 6 months. Repurposing: Shredded pork can be repurposed into pulled pork sandwiches, enchiladas, tacos or even as a delicious topping for mac and cheese! Instant Pot Pork RoastUsing your Instant Pot is a great option if you forgot to set your crock pot in the morning! Make sure to add a cup of water to the bottom of the pot before placing the roast in, and high-pressure cook for about 15 minutes, with a 15-minute natural release. More Pork Recipes to Try
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Nutritional content is for informational purposes. It does not include the optional gravy because that depends on how much each person uses. Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 42gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 119mgSodium: 93mgPotassium: 709mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 9IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg Melissa loves inventing new ice cream flavors and helping people declutter and organize their homes. You can see her organizing e-course HERE. Read
More About Melissa Is it OK to cook a roast on high in the crock pot?Yes, you can! While a chuck roast is incredible after 10 hours on low in the slow cooker, I have good results when I cook my chuck roasts on high. I like to cook the roasts on high for about 5 hours or until they are done, then switch to low until we're ready to eat. Perfect every time!
Can you cook pork on high in crock pot?2 – 4 hours, cook it for 4 – 6 hours on High or 8 – 12 hours on Low.
How long does it take a roast in a crock pot on high?Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 4 to 5 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the roast should read 145 degrees F (65 degrees C).
Is it better to slow cook pork on low or high?Keep the cooker set to low; the high setting will boil the meat instead of braise it, so it's only a quicker trip to an undesirable outcome. Pork shoulder self-bastes and stays moist, and is nearly impossible to overcook. After the meat is done, the fat can be skimmed off the braising liquid.
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