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Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Pork Roast

A tender and flavorful pork roast slow-cooked with garlic and herbs, perfect for busy days and family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2-3 pounds pork roast Choose a well-marbled roast for better flavor.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped Alternatively, use dried rosemary.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped Alternatively, use dried thyme.
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, mix garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture all over the pork roast.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork roast on all sides until browned.
  3. Place the sliced onion in the slow cooker and pour in the chicken broth.
  4. Add the seared pork roast on top of the onions.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
Serving
  1. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and let it rest before slicing. Serve with the cooked onions and broth.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the pork roast with the herb mixture overnight before cooking. You can add vegetables like carrots and potatoes to the slow cooker for a complete meal. If you want a crispy exterior, broil the pork roast for a few minutes after it’s done cooking.