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A prepared platter of Slow Cooker Pork Roast
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Slow Cooker Pork Roast

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time5 hours
Total Time5 hours 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pork, slow cooker
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 3-4 pound pork shoulder or pork butt roast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 fuji apples, peeled and sliced
  • 4 carrots, peeled and cut into pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsps apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsps cornstarch slurry (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

  • Pat the pork roast dry with paper towels. Mix the salt, pepper, paprika, thyme and sage together and rub it into the pork roast on all sides.
  • Heat a large skillet on medium and add the olive oil, coating the bottom. Place the pork roast into the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on all sides, getting a deep golden crust.
  • Add the onion, apples, and carrots to the slow cooker base. Sprinkle the garlic over the top.
  • Place the seared pork roast on top of the onions, apples, and carrots.
  • Whisk together the chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Pour the mixture over the roast and veggies. Brush the Dijon mustard over the roast.
  • Secure the lid and cook for 4-5 hours on high or 6-7 hours on low until the roast can be easily pierced with a fork and the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Baste the roast with the liquid a couple times through cooking.
  • Place the vegetables, apples, and roast onto a serving dish and allow the roast to rest for 10 minutes before cutting.
  • If the gravy is too thin, mix a 2 tablespoon cornstarch slurry and leave uncovered in the slow cooker to thicken.
  • Serve the pork roast with the gravy on top and alongside the carrots and onions.

Notes

  • We used a boneless pork roast in this recipe. You can use bone-in but you may need to adjust the cooking time. 
  • You can add baby potatoes to the slow cooker as well for a complete slow cooker meal.
  • If the apples break down, mix them into the sauce. They will naturally thicken it and add a little sweetness to it. You can also add a little bit of extra Dijon mustard for a bit of tanginess.
  • If you have a lot of roast leftover, you can shred it and mix the gravy in. It makes for great leftovers in bowls or sandwiches.