Description

A stress-free, slow-cooker meal prep staple featuring juicy pork loin and buttery Yukon Gold potatoes in a savory soy-Dijon sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and reheats beautifully for days.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 lbs boneless center-cut pork loin roast
Yukon Gold potatoes (cut into 1.5-inch chunks)
2 large yellow onions (sliced into half-moons)
4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional, for finishing)
Salt and black pepper (to taste)
Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Wash and peel potatoes if desired, then cut into large, uniform chunks. Place them at the bottom of the slow cooker insert to create a bed for the pork.
Pat the pork loin dry with paper towels. Rub the entire roast with olive oil, salt, black pepper, thyme, rosemary, and oregano.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork loin for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned (optional but recommended).
Place the seared pork loin on top of the potatoes. Scatter the sliced onions and minced garlic around the pork.
In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard. Pour this mixture evenly over the pork and potatoes.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and potatoes are fork-tender.
Remove the pork from the pot and let it rest for 10 minutes on a cutting board to redistribute juices.
Optional: Thicken the sauce by mixing 1 teaspoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon cold water and stirring it into the slow cooker on high for 15 minutes.
Slice the pork against the grain and serve over the potatoes with the sauce spooned on top. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork reaches 145°F. Do not overcook lean pork loin or it will dry out. Letting the meat rest for 10 minutes is crucial for juiciness. This recipe freezes well for up to 3 months. For a spicy twist, add red pepper flakes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6-7 hours (Low) or 3-4 hours (High)
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1/6 of
Calories: 425
Sugar: 4
Sodium: 650
Fat: 12
Saturated Fat: 3
Carbohydrates: 35
Fiber: 3
Protein: 45

Keywords: slow cooker, crock pot, pork loin, meal prep, easy dinner, comfort food, one pot, weeknight dinner, pork and potatoes