Description
This Glazed Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin features a tender and juicy pork tenderloin rubbed with a flavorful garlic herb spice blend and slow-cooked to perfection. It is finished with a sweet and tangy honey balsamic glaze that infuses the meat with rich flavor. Ideal for an easy, hands-off meal, this dish pairs wonderfully with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pork Tenderloin
- 1 pork tenderloin (about 1 lb)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
For the Glaze
- ⅓ cup low sodium chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 2 teaspoons corn starch
Instructions
- Prepare the pork tenderloin: If the pork tenderloin is longer than your slow cooker, cut it in half crosswise so it fits inside comfortably. Otherwise, leave it whole.
- Season the pork: In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and paprika. Rub this seasoning mixture all over the pork tenderloin thoroughly. Place the seasoned pork into the slow cooker.
- Make the glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, honey, ketchup, and corn starch until well combined. Pour this mixture over the pork in the slow cooker.
- Cook the pork: Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 1.5 to 2 hours or on low for 2 to 3 hours. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature; the pork is done when it reaches 150-160°F.
- Rest and slice: Carefully remove the pork tenderloin from the slow cooker and transfer it to a cutting board. Let it rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before slicing.
- Optional – Thicken the glaze: For a thicker sauce, strain the cooking liquid into a small pot. Prepare a slurry by mixing 1 teaspoon corn starch with 1 teaspoon water, then stir it into the liquid. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to your liking.
Notes
- This slow cooker recipe offers a tender, flavorful pork tenderloin with minimal effort.
- The garlic herb rub and honey balsamic glaze create a delicious balance of savory and sweet flavors.
- Perfect served over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes for a comforting meal.
- Resting the pork after cooking helps maintain juiciness.
- You can customize the seasonings to your taste or add fresh herbs if desired.
- Thickening the sauce on the stovetop enhances the glaze’s texture and presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 150 grams
- Calories: 187
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 399 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 81 mg
