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[Chi-town girl]

Do you love pulled pork/carnitas? This recipe is easy and the pork is AMAZING 😋 

Key for the flavor and texture is the 1st step of browning in a skillet. I used this recipe recently for Pork Shoulder - for a smaller portion, you can use Pork Tenderloin. Enjoy!

Crock Pot Pork Roast

This crock pot pork roast is tender pork loin simmered in a slow cooker in a rich and flavorful gravy. A quick and easy dinner option that always gets rave reviews!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 6 hours

Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes

Servings 8

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil divided use
• 3 pounds pork loin can also use pork shoulder or pork butt
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon garlic minced
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons butter cut into slices
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

• Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium high heat. 
• Season the pork loin generously on all sides with the salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.
• Place the pork in the pan. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until deep golden brown.
• Place the pork in a slow cooker. I recommend using a 6 quart pot. If you have a smaller crock pot, you can cut the roast into segments to fit into the pot.
• In a medium bowl, mix together the last tablespoon of olive oil, chicken broth, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar and minced garlic. 
• Pour the chicken broth mixture over the pork. Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or high for 4 hours.
• Remove the pork from the crock pot. Place the meat on a plate and cover to keep warm.
• Pour the liquid from the slow cooker into a small pot. Place the pot on the stove over medium heat and bring the sauce to a simmer.
• Mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup of cold water. Add the cornstarch mixture to the pot and bring to a boil.
• Cook for 1 minute, or until sauce has started to thicken.
• Add the butter to the pot and stir until it has melted. Take the pot off the heat.
• Slice or shred the cooked pork and drizzle the sauce over the top. Sprinkle with parsley and serve immediately.

[AuntG]

Looks really good. At least pork is affordable.

[drizzellla]

Thank You!

Sounds like a winner. Going to cook it on New Year's. Can't wait.

[godi]

Oh baby! 😋 @Chi-town girl  thanks 

[Hoovermom]

@Chi-town girl :  Is that your roast?  Looks beautiful.

[maximillian]

@Chi-town girl 

Thank you for this recipe.  I cooked it yesterday in my crock pot for a small post-Christmas dinner.  It is easy to prepare and it tastes delicious.  The meat is very tender.  Highly recommend!

[Luvsmyfam]

@Chi-town girl thank-you for this recipie.looks so yummy

[Texasmouse]

@Chi-town girl how/with what did you serve yours?

[Chi-town girl]

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@Texasmouse wrote:

@Chi-town girl how/with what did you serve yours?

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@Texasmouse - typically the sides are mashed potatoes or roasted potatoes with green beans or a veggie casserole.

Leftovers - we love the shredded pork stuffed into tortillas topped with sliced avocados, dash of sliced lime. Side dish of Cilantro lime rice.

Which is also good on day#3 as a Chipotle's style burrito bowl - chopped lettuce, lime rice, shredded pork topped with salsa, guacamole.

[Texasmouse]

@Chi-town girl sounds delicious! Thanks and happy new year!