Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin

Introduction

Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin delivers melt-in-your-mouth tenderness with minimal effort. Slow cooking lets the flavors develop deeply, creating a savory, juicy pork main that sets itself apart from oven-roasting or stovetop methods. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress at a dinner gathering, this recipe offers flavorful comfort with virtually no hands-on time.

Why You’ll Love This Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin

What makes this dish stand out is its effortless preparation and crowd-pleasing flavor. Pork tenderloin remains exceptionally juicy after a gentle, all-day braise in your slow cooker. The aromatic blend of herbs, garlic, and stock ensures each bite is fork-tender and packed with taste. Versatile and appealing, Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin is a winning option for family dinners, meal prepping, or hosting a holiday.

Flavorful Prep: Vegetables and Spice Mix

To enhance your pork tenderloin, prep a medley of vegetables as the perfect side. Quick chopping ensures uniform cooking and presentation. Use a high-quality Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to dice onions, carrots, and celery – it’s a time-saver and achieves precise, even cuts for maximum flavor absorption.

Combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl and massage directly onto the tenderloin. The spice rub creates a savory crust and infuses the meat with herbal undertones.

Perfecting the Slow Cooking Process

For best results, sear the spice-rubbed pork tenderloin before adding it to the slow cooker. A quick browning in a quality skillet like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch locks in juiciness and gives you a beautiful golden crust.

Layer your bed of diced vegetables in the bottom of the crock pot, place the seared pork on top, and add chicken or vegetable stock. Set the slow cooker on low and cook for 4–6 hours, until the pork is fork-tender and full of flavor.

Serving and Storing Suggestions

Once cooked, slice the pork and serve it alongside the tender vegetables and a generous spoonful of the braising liquid. To store leftovers for meal prepping or lunchboxes, place portions in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers to keep everything fresh and leak-free.

For an effortless meal on-the-go, pack cooled slices with your favorite salad greens in a Bentgo Salad Container—great for lunch at work or at the gym.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe serves 4–6, with each serving containing around 280–300 calories, 35g protein, and less than 10g fat. This lean yet flavorful meal is a smart choice for those seeking a balanced dinner.

Flavorful and Foolproof Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin (Recap)

Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin is beloved for good reason—it’s ultra-tender, big on flavor, and as easy as it gets. With a simple prep and hands-free slow cook, you’ll enjoy a hearty main that’s as perfect for weeknights as it is for entertaining.

Instructions

1. Chop onion, carrots, and celery into uniform pieces using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for quick, precise prep.
2. In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, smoked paprika, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pat pork dry, rub with 1 tablespoon olive oil, then coat thoroughly with the spice blend.
3. Heat the remaining oil in a SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch over medium-high. Sear pork tenderloin for 2–3 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate.
4. Spread chopped vegetables in the bottom of the crock pot. Nestle the seared pork on top, then pour the broth around the pork.
5. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours (or until pork reaches 145°F; check with a ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer), ensuring it stays moist and tender.
6. Remove pork from crock pot, let it rest for 5–10 minutes, then slice. Serve with cooked vegetables and a ladle of cooking liquid. Garnish with optional parsley if desired.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 4–6 hours (slow cooker)

Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes–6 hours 15 minutes

Enjoy this ultra-simple, fork-tender Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin—stress-free and guaranteed to vanish fast!