Description

Slow Cooker Cranberry Pork Loin is the ultimate comfort food that transforms your dinner into a memorable feast. This dish features tender pork loin slow-cooked in a rich, sweet-tangy cranberry sauce, creating a delightful explosion of flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this recipe is both effortless and impressive. Serve it alongside your favorite sides, and watch your loved ones ask for seconds!

Ingredients

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2 lb pork loin
2 cups fresh cranberries (or frozen)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp fresh thyme
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp cornstarch (optional)

Instructions

Prep Ingredients: Rinse cranberries and pat dry. Chop onion and mince garlic.
Season: Sprinkle salt and pepper over the pork loin.
Combine: Place pork in slow cooker; add onions, garlic, cranberries, brown sugar, soy sauce, thyme, and broth.
Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until tender and easily shredded.
Sauce (optional): For thicker sauce, remove some liquid; mix cornstarch with water and stir into the liquid until thickened.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 6 oz)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 23g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: For added flavor, sear the pork loin before slow cooking. Substitute cranberries with apricots or use apple juice instead of broth. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the microwave.