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Savory and Tender Crockpot Pork Roast Recipe

CROCKPOT PORK ROAST made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 pounds pork shoulder roast
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Method
 

  1. Season the pork shoulder roast generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In a heated skillet, add olive oil and sear the pork on all sides until browned.
  3. Remove the pork and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onions and garlic until translucent.
  4. In the crockpot, add the sautéed onion and garlic mixture, followed by the seared pork.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce. Sprinkle over the smoked paprika, thyme, and brown sugar.
  6. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
  7. Once cooked, remove the pork and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.
  8. Strain and reduce the liquid if desired for a sauce, then serve alongside the sliced pork.