Tender Pork Roast in the Slow Cooker

Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth flavors of this Tender Pork Roast prepared effortlessly in the slow cooker. Featuring a perfectly seasoned pork shoulder roast, seared to golden perfection, and slow-cooked with aromatic garlic, onions, and a medley of tender carrots and baby potatoes, this recipe delivers hearty comfort in every bite. Enhanced with a splash of apple cider vinegar and a rich chicken broth base, the meat becomes irresistibly juicy and fork-tender after eight hours of low-and-slow cooking. Ideal for busy days or family gatherings, this one-pot masterpiece brings robust flavor with minimal prep time. Serve it with the savory pan juices for a delectable meal that’s as easy as it is satisfying. Keywords: tender pork roast, slow cooker recipe, easy pork shoulder roast, comfort food, one-pot meal, slow-cooked pork with vegetables.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 lbs pork shoulder roast (bone-in or boneless)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 yellow onion, sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 4 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1.5 lbs baby potatoes or chopped Yukon gold potatoes

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork shoulder roast dry with paper towels and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried thyme.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture evenly all over the pork roast.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork roast on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the roast and set aside.

Step 5

Place the sliced onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.

Step 6

Add the seared pork roast on top of the onion and garlic.

Step 7

Pour the chicken broth and apple cider vinegar around the roast in the slow cooker.

Step 8

Arrange the carrots and potatoes around the pork roast.

Step 9

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Step 10

Once cooked, remove the pork roast and vegetables and arrange them on a serving platter. Let the pork rest for 5-10 minutes before shredding or slicing.

Step 11

Serve the pork and vegetables with the juices from the slow cooker spooned over the top. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2867.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4414.9

Total Fat 284.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 97.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 952.5mg	0%
Sodium 4089.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.6g	0%
Total Sugars 29.6g
Protein 278.4g	0%

Vitamin D 95.3IU	0%
Calcium 450.7mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 8404.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.3%

Protein: 25.3%

Carbs: 16.4%