Slow Cooker Pork and Potatoes
Slow cooker pork and potatoes is a hearty meal where tender pork, potatoes, onions, and bell pepper cooks in a savory homemade gravy. The gravy cooks directly in the crockpot with the pork and vegetables; there is no canned soup, packaged gravy mix, or separate saucepan needed. This easy crockpot dinner is perfect for busy weeknights, Sunday dinner, or whenever you are craving a satisfying meat-and-potatoes meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Whole30
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 to 3 pounds boneless pork loin roast
- 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut in half
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoon oil of your choice
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Homemade Gravy
- 2 1/2 cups low-sodium beef or chicken broth
- 1/3 cup cornstarch or arrowroot starch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add gravy seasonings to the slow cooker. Whisk until well blended and there are no lumps.
- In a small bowl, mix together all the thyme, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper. Rub the oil on top of the pork and then rub the seasonings evenly all over on each side. Place the seasoned pork loin into the slow cooker along with the potatoes.
- Top with the onion and bell pepper.
- Cook on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours or LOW 6 to 8.
- Serve the gravy over the pork & vegetables.
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