Great tasting food doesn’t need to be complicated, and like my grandmother always liked to say, ‘less is more’, and this is so true when talking about cooking.
Often people think that the more spices and flavors they add the better the dish will taste, not true, rather opting for fewer, higher-quality ingredients will result in a much tastier meal.
This being said, pork roast crock pot recipes for simple lunches and dinners the family will love are something to consider for this upcoming season, not only will you save time, but you will have more time to spend with the family and less time in the kitchen.
#1. Crockpot pork loin roast and potatoes
This is such a success in our house that we have had it multiple times a month for the past few months, and I thought the kids and the hubby would get tired of it, but with such delicious flavors I don’t see why they would.
The richness of the dish is all thanks to the generous amount of butter, and when pork roast crock pot recipes are this simple and taste this fantastic, it is a crime not to try them.
I like to divide the butter in half and split it between the potatoes and then chunks on top of the meat as it sits in the cooker. Leave the slow cooker on low to simmer throughout the day and when you come back to it at the end of the afternoon you have a fork-tender dish and potatoes that are all ready to serve.
Feel free to thicken the liquid with a touch of cornstarch for a savory gravy to pour over the meals when serving, or simply use as is as it is packed with flavor. A winning dish the entire family will love.
A traditional roast is always a good idea when you know you are having the family over, and even more so the in-laws, as this is an impressive dish that delivers more than it lets on.
The simplicity is evident in the taste and tenderness and gives the impression you have spent hours in the kitchen when rather you popped the meat into your trusted crockpot (I like to give the meat a generous searing before adding to the cooker to lock in the flavor and give a sumptuous caramel, charred taste).
These slow cooker pork roast recipes pair well with most starches and we have had much success with creamy mash, baby potatoes, and even celeriac mash which has become a frequent visitor to the dining table.
#3. Slow Cooker Mississippi Pork Roast with Vegetables
When you read the ingredients for this dish you will see why having crock pot pork roast recipes is a must-have in your recipe collection, the slow cooking process allows you the freedom to get on with your day, but have the peace of mind that dinner (or lunch if put on early in the morning) is taken care of.
And what is even better is that you can cook the vegetables (and this is all about your favorites, your choice, and what you have to hand in the fridge that needs to be used up) in the slow cooker with the meat.
The veggies take on the meaty goodness, the meat absorbs the subtle flavors of the veg, and you are left with the perfect meal combination for the best lunch that is heart-warming and superb tasting.
We love the versatility of the meal because you get to pick and choose the side dishes and everything is ready at the same time.
If you are running on low and the fridge or pantry is looking bare because you haven’t had a chance to get to the supermarket considering the busy schedule your family has during the weeks, then this is the pork roast slow cooker recipes option for you.
It has only 3 ingredients, and those, together, make for a meal that is confident and as delicious as one with 10 products. Who said you need a grocery trolley full of items to make the ultimate meal, this recipe proves that wrong.
All you need to do is put the ingredients into the crockpot, let it work its slow cooking magic, and head to football and gymnastics practices with the kids.
Lunch is sorted, all you need to do is pick up some soft brioche rolls to serve with the meal and for the kids to dip into the sauce and soak up all that flavorful sauce.
I love anything with garlic, it just has such a beautiful flavor to it that is unmistakable and it is good for your immune system too which is my go-to reason for why the kids need to eat it more than they want to.
This is a great piece of meat, and once cooked, the leftovers freeze down perfectly well and can also be used to fill sandwich baps for lunchboxes. Top the shredded meat with homemade coleslaw and you are good to go.
If you made a large batch, you can split it between various meals as we do from wraps to brioche buns, and even tossed in a salad for an Asian-inspired lunch.
A winning meal in our house and takes no time at all to pull together.
Sweet and sticky meat smothered in a balsamic sauce is one of the best ways to experience pork roast other than the traditional recipe.
It is always good to try crock pot pork roast recipes that offer a different flavor but don’t take away from the star of the show, the pork. And this is a slice of humble meat that is often looked down on for being of lesser quality than beef, but I disagree.
The best part of using pork to feed the family is that you can make the most of the cheaper cuts that many people steer clear of, and using the slow cooker is the perfect way to soften the meat because of the slow cooking process, and the meat falls apart.
And this recipe freezes well so you have extra for the next time your kids have friends over and you need a quick filing for sandwiches to take with you to the game.
Oh yes, the brown, singed goodness we know and love when it comes to roasts is still possible in the crockpot, and these pork roast slow cooker recipes give you that option without losing any of the flavor or taste.
The richness of the dish is from the butter, and I like to add a generous amount too because you can never have enough butter right, so the more the merrier I say.
And if your family particularly enjoys the crispy skin and edges texture, you can give the roast a quick broil under the grill for a few minutes before serving, but be sure to keep an eye on it because it can burn quickly and the last thing is all your hard work of hours of cooking to go down in flames.
If you want a meal that is filling, perfect for the whole family, and delivers on taste and appearance then this is the meal for you. Great for those outdoor dining moments with friends when a few chunks of fork-tender meat and homemade salads or coleslaw fill the gap, paired with great weather and music, what more could you ask for in life?
Remembering the holidays and vacations is best done through food.
I always try to reenact exceptional vacation dishes, and while I can’t necessarily make them as well as the locals, when the meal comes out near to perfect, as these slow cooker pork roast recipes do, I jump for joy.
We all love to hold onto that holiday feeling for as long as possible because the sun and summer make everyone feel good. This dish is light, fresh, and brings you to a happy place when you share it with the family. Pair with a light green salad, a squeeze of lime will also go a long way, and the pork with the greens looks great on the plate with the pops of yellow from a fresh pineapple.
You may think, as I did, that the pineapple might be too sweet or the flavor overpowering but it isn’t, and the dish has a nice balance to it.
Try this for the next BBQ gathering, and be ready for the compliments for this falling apart meat sensation.
This Mexican-inspired dish is not your average meal. Sure, it uses the traditional roasted meat piece, but this piece of roasted meat is then shredded into smaller slices and chunks and let broil to get all the edges charred and crispy, the perfect texture element to this dish.
I like to make a double portion yield because it tastes so good so I have some for the freezer and the rest for dinner or lunch, this way I have 2 meals for the price of one, essentially, because if you have kids like I do you know there will always be some food emergency where you need ready food in a mere matter of hours.
And yes grabbing a takeaway is most people’s go-to option, I do try my utmost to have homemade, cooked meals on hand. This way I know they have nutritional value compared to the mass-produced generic options found in supermarkets or takeaway cafes.
Use this tender meat in all assorts of dishes suitable for children as well as adults (and a good dose of chili sauce can help things along and give a nice bite to the meal), sprinkle the dishes with fresh spring onion for a fresh taste and fabulous pop of color.
The best part of pork roast crock pot recipes like these is that they are so healthy, allow you to stay on your keto-friendly eating plan, and are a gluten-free option so no one in the family has to miss out on the great tastes. Win-win.
I love any dish that is packed with cabbage that has been pickled, I love pickled veg, in general, but more so cabbage, and this is probably due to the Eastern Block influence from my husband’s side of the family.
Cabbage is a great meal bulking ingredient, extremely healthy, and is easy on the pocket too so there are almost no negatives to the dish.
And like many food marriages, pork and cabbage have an unmistakable harmonious relationship and work beautifully together in most dishes.
This is the ultimate dish to fuel your energy and to get rid of those winter blues, it’s filling and tastes fantastic, and the kids have loved eating vegetables even more now which is always a winner in my book.
These pork roast crock pot recipes have been my staple through the colder months when the days are long and filled with horrible grey skies, and you just want great-tasting home-cooked comfort food.
There is something magical about the carbonated bubbles we find in fizzy drinks, and when added to a generous portion of meat we get not only the sweetness of the drink, the magical workings of the bubbles that break down and tenderize the muscle fibers, but the kids can get involved.
My children love pouring anything that bubbles and fizzes over food, and if it means that they have even the slightest interest in being in the kitchen, I’ll take it.
I like to sear the meat beforehand with olive oil and butter (garlic butter if I have some on hand-I make it myself) just to have an extra layer of goodness locked in and to prevent any of those meaty juices from escaping.
And after a full day of work or driving the kids to and from their respective sports practices, you can come home and have a meal ready to serve with fluffy rice or potatoes or mash, the options are endless.
An easy meal to pull together that is a great team effort (if you can convince the kids to join in).
I love it when the weather outside is hot but not unbearable, there’s a breeze enough to cool you rather than blowing your hair back, and when simple dishes are fine for dinner or lunch all week long.
And this version of pork roast crock pot recipes is just that, and then some.
The simplest of meals that only need a few minutes of your time to prepare all the ingredients and the rest takes care of itself throughout the day while you carry on with the errands, housework, and the other one hundred things parents have to accomplish by the time the family comes home that afternoon.
If you are lucky enough to have a homemade bread recipe that can be edited to make rolls instead, now is the time to bring it out. Then, as the meal cooks slowly in the crockpot you can get on with the rolls and pop them in the oven to ideally be ready at the same time as the dinner or lunch.
There is nothing as delicious as filling hot from the oven bread rolls with tender pork smothered in moisture and flavorful juices and topped with caramelized onion or coleslaw for the perfect hands-on meal.
The juices are more than likely going to be running down your hands but that only adds to the taste sensation that is the meal. An absolute crowd-pleaser of a dish.
When life is busy, and it seems like that is all it is these days, am I right? Where is the time to relax, kick back, or have ‘nothing’ to do? I’m not sure I have seen one of those days for a very long time, and may not until the kids have left the house, so until then, we soldier on.
With the days full and schedules non-stop these crock pot pork roast recipes are just what you need to save the day, and they are so quick and easy that it only makes sense to have them in your culinary recipe collection.
I have many a time reached for this recipe card and it never disappoints, it is full of flavor, requires no supervision which is essential if you want to do more than one thing at a time, and is done before you know it.
Pulled pork has always been a family favorite, so if you want a meal that the family will love then look no further.
I always try (depending on the season) to incorporate some form of fruit into my cooking or baking for the family, it has sugar for sweetness but also helps to top up their energy levels when the day may seem to be dragging.
And I don’t know if it is just me but I love a touch of sweetness with my savory, and especially with cooked meats.
This soft, falling apart pork pairs so beautifully with the cranberries you would be at a disadvantage not to use them, they have a sweet and sour tang to them, and help to elevate the overall dish.
I also like to have some fresh cranberries on the side to sprinkle on top of the plates when serving to add a pop of color and bring a touch of freshness to the meal. You could also add fresh lemon coriander if you have that available at your local veggie market or superstore for a magazine-worthy-looking dish.
A winning recipe to impress the family and friends this weekend for the lunch gathering.
Everything Asian-inspired is a yes in my book, there is something magical about the flavor-infusions that work every time, and they are the best and healthiest ingredients too, a true summer dish.
Coconut is a unique flavor that not everyone enjoys, but when it combines and melts with the soy sauce, ginger and garlic it takes on a new lease of life, and suddenly everyone is a fan.
Pulled pork is a fairly common dish, but it is usually made with BBQ sauce, so when I discovered this version I leaped at the opportunity to give it a try, and I am so thankful that I decided to.
You can serve it with egg fried or sticky rice for a full Asian immersion that supper time, or even in rice paper roll wraps to then deep fry and serve with sweet chili sauce, my husband’s favorite.
I love that there are so many options with one dish, you ideally want all meals to have a high versatility rating, and this is not only handy to have but is cost-effective too, saving you on the wallet which is always a plus.
Our family has been adapting to a Keto nutritional-based lifestyle and with that have had to try new ingredients and products, one significant item being apple cider vinegar.
At first, all you hear is the word vinegar and this immediately puts you off, but pushing through we have to come to love it and consume it at least once a day on a salad or simply diluted in water with lemon. Apple Cider Vinegar has a long list of health benefits and is the perfect tenderizer for meat without compromising the taste.
If you are not a fan, or the kids find the taste too tart, you can increase the honey measurement to help counterbalance this.
But at the end of the slow cooking process, most of the vinegar will have been absorbed and you can hardly taste it.
Serve with mashed potatoes on the side, and apple sauce which is always a winner with any pork dish.
A quick and easy lunch is the ultimate comfort food for when the family comes around.
When life is as short as it is, and time seems to be flying past quicker each passing day, we need to be with friends and family as much as possible, and not slaving in the kitchen for hours on end preparing meals.
Spending less time in the kitchen over the stove is a must, and with these pork roast crock pot recipes for simple lunches and dinners, the family will love you and have all the opportunities to do just that.
I am all about meals that don’t need supervising which is why I love pulling out my handy crockpot to step in, and there are so many more recipe options on our blog that you have to try so head there now.
Pop your meal into the cooker and seize the day as it should be, living life to the fullest.
Born and raised in South Africa and being immersed in the rich culture, Candace soon found a passion for all things food related. Exploring and experiencing new flavors and taste profiles she pursued her career as a qualified chef in silver service specialized in fine dining.
