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Savory aromas fill your house while this Slow Cooker Pork Roast is cooking. It\u2019s a simple Sunday dinner at its finest, and perfect for gathering everyone around the table. It\u2019s naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and full of flavor. The pork shoulder roast cooks surrounded by carrots and potatoes making this a one-pot dinner. Herbs add flavor and dimension to this down-home classic, making it a recipe you\u2019ll come back to over and over again.<\/p>\n

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Pork roast was often on the menu on Sundays when I was growing up. My mom would put together a pork roast along with some potatoes and carrots and pop it in the oven until tender.<\/p>\n

My mom used to time bake her roasts in the oven, until the oven wasn\u2019t all that trustworthy anymore, (then someone had to be home while it was cooking). So I\u2019ve adapted her way of making pork roast to use the slow cooker. This way you can set it to cook, and go about your day!<\/p>\n

The slow cooker cooks this tougher cut of meat lo w and slow all day until it\u2019s completely fall-apart tender, and so juicy. This slow cooker pork roast recipe is sure to become one of your Sunday dinner favorites too.<\/p>\n

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  • Pork roast \u2013 <\/strong>you want to look for a pork shoulder roast. This is different from a pork butt which has more marbling in it. Pork shoulder is a tougher cut with just the right amount of marbling to cook into a super tender and still juicy roast. You don\u2019t want a lean\/tender cut here like pork loin, it would be incredibly dry. I like to use a pork shoulder with the bone in, but boneless pork shoulder will work here as well, it will just take less time to cook.<\/li>\n
  • Onion & garlic \u2013 <\/strong>add lots of savory flavor to the mix as this roast cooks.<\/li>\n
  • Fresh herbs \u2013 <\/strong>I like to use a mix of rosemary, sage, and thyme when I have them all growing in my herb garden. But you can use just 1 herb here as well. You\u2019ll also find my notes on how to use dried herbs in this pork roast as well. Italian seasoning and Herbs de Provence both work well.<\/li>\n
  • Chicken broth \u2013 <\/strong>keeps everything juicy while it cooks. I like to use low-sodium chicken broth and add salt to taste.<\/li>\n
  • Potatoes & carrots \u2013 <\/strong>make this roast a one-pot meal. The potatoes are cut into larger chunks along with the carrots so they don\u2019t overcook.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

    How to make this recipe step by step<\/h2>\n
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    Step 1: <\/strong>Start by dicing the onion and mincing the garlic.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Step 2:<\/strong> Cut the potatoes and carrots into larger-sized chunks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Step 3<\/strong>: Then season the pork roast with salt, and pepper, and sear on both sides until well browned.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Step 4:<\/strong> Remove the pork roast from the pan and add it to the slow cooker. Then add the onions and garlic to the same pan and cook briefly stirring constantly. Add the chicken stock and scrape the bottom of the pan to get those browned bits loosened up and into the liquid.<\/p>\n

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    Step 5:<\/strong> Pour the onion mixture over the top of the pork roast in the slow cooker bowl.<\/p>\n

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    Step 6:<\/strong> Pile the potatoes and carrots over the top and tuck in the sprigs of herbs. Your slow cooker will be quite full and you won\u2019t be able to see the pork roast.<\/p>\n

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    Step 7:<\/strong> Cover with the lid and cook low and slow for 8-ish hours until the pork roast is fall apart fork tender. Remove the the herb sprigs before serving.<\/p>\n

    You can spoon out some of the potatoes and carrots into a serving bowl and serve the roast in the slow cooker bowl as pictured.<\/p>\n

    Or you can arrange everything on 1-2 servings platters and slice the meat to serve.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    Ways to serve this<\/h2>\n
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    • Use the juices to make my Gluten Free Gravy, (uses gluten-free flour) or Paleo Gravy, (made with tapioca starch, but cornstarch works as well).<\/li>\n
    • Add a side salad like my Apple Spinach Salad or Caesar Salad without the chicken.<\/li>\n
    • Add a green veggie side dish like my Roasted Broccoli or Roasted Asparagus.<\/li>\n
    • Make my Paleo Chocolate Cake or Gluten Free Apple Crisp for dessert.<\/li>\n
    • You can make this roast without the potatoes or carrots. It usually takes a bit less time to cook, around\u00a06-8 hours on low. Then serve the roast with my Best Mashed Potatoes or Mashed Sweet Potatoes. Add a veggie with my Roasted Brussels Sprouts or Roasted Carrots.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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      FAQ\u2019s<\/h2>\n
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      What can I use instead of pork?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      You can use a beef chuck roast or follow my recipe for Slow Cooker Pot Roast instead.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

      Do you have to brown a roast before putting in a slow cooker or crockpot?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      No, you don\u2019t absolutely have to brown the roast beforehand. Searing the roast to a nice brown on each side adds a lot of yummy flavors and I would encourage you not to skip this step.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

      Can you overcook a pork roast in a slow cooker?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Yes, you can overcook it, but there is a bit more nuance. When you\u2019re cooking a pork shoulder roast like this recipe, it\u2019s almost impossible to overcook it because it has the perfect amount of marbling. If you\u2019re making a different recipe with a lean cut of pork, you want to be careful because it will dry out.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

      Can I use pork tenderloin or pork loin in this recipe?<\/strong><\/p>\n

      No, both the pork tenderloin and pork loin roast are very lean cuts of meat that would be dry and tough cooked in the slow cooker.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      • To store \u2013<\/strong> place any leftovers into an airtight sealed container, and refrigerate for up to 5 days.<\/li>\n
      • Make ahead \u2013<\/strong> this recipe is best made and served right away. But leftovers are great for up to 5 days, so you can meal prep this recipe, and reheat it as desired. For make-ahead options, try cutting up the carrots ahead of time and refrigerate.<\/li>\n
      • Reheating \u2013<\/strong> place any leftovers into a skillet with a little of the juices and reheat over medium heat covered with a lid until heated through. Or you can also microwave the leftovers.<\/li>\n
      • To freeze \u2013<\/strong> I don\u2019t recommend freezing the carrots or potatoes because they are mushy when thawed. Place any leftover pork tightly sealed in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 month.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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