Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 5 hrs | Total Time: 5 hrs | Servings: 8
Juicy, melt-in-your-mouth, and packed with flavour Garlic Balsamic Pork Loin Roast is surprisingly easy to make. A no-fuss crockpot dish that your whole family will love and enjoy!
Ingredients
3 lbs pork loin
1 tsp salt
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp fresh ground pepper
⅓ c chicken broth
4 tbsp olive oil, divided
3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
5 cloves garlic, smashed
½ tbsp Italian seasoning
How to make Crock Pot Garlic Balsamic Pork Loin
Step 1: With paper towels, pat dries the pork.
Step 2: In a small bowl, place the salt, paprika, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix well, then sprinkle on the entire pork.
Step 3: In a large skillet, heat a tbsp oil over medium heat.
Step 4: Once the oil is hot, sear the pork for a few minutes on both sides until golden brown.
Step 5: Add the rest of the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and garlic in a blender or food processor. Pulse until mixed and thick.
Step 6: Add in the Italian seasoning. Process for just a few seconds to incorporate.
Step 7: To the insert of the slow cooker, add the chicken broth, then the pork loin in the slow cooker, fat side up.
Step 8: Coat the entire pork loin with the prepared balsamic vinegar.
Step 9: Cover and cook for 4 to 5 hours on low or about 3 hours on high.
Step 10: The pork is done when an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 145 degrees F.
Step 11: Take the meat out of the slow cooker and onto a cutting board. Use foil to cover the pork. Allow resting for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts:
Amount Per Serving: Calories 298 | Fat 14g 22% | Saturated Fat 3g 15% | Cholesterol 107mg 36% | Sodium 379mg 16% | Potassium 665mg 19% | Carbohydrates 2g 1% | Fiber 1g 4% | Sugar 1g 1% | Protein 39g 78% | Vitamin A 123IU 2% | Vitamin C 1mg 1% | Calcium 19mg 2% | Iron 1mg 6%
WW FREESTYLE POINTS: 6
NET CARBS: 1 g
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