Savory Slow Cooker Apple Pork Tenderloin: 7 Tips
This savory dish features a succulent pork tenderloin slow-cooked with apples and herbs, creating a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors for any occasion.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil for searing
- 4 lb pork tenderloin preferably boneless
- 3 medium apples cored and sliced
- 1.5 cup apple cider unsweetened
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth optional for extra juiciness
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a small bowl, combine cinnamon, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture over the pork tenderloin to coat well.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides until browned, about 4 minutes per side.
- Place the pork tenderloin into a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Add sliced apples and pour apple cider and chicken broth over the pork.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 5 hours, or until pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove the pork from the slow cooker and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, marinate the pork in the spice mixture overnight. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.