Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin with Honey Garlic Sauce is an easy crockpot pork recipe that’s juicy, flavorful and perfect for busy weeknights. Tender pork slowly simmers with sweet onions and carrots in a rich honey garlic sauce that's both sweet and savory.
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Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin
If you're looking for an easy dinner recipe that's packed with flavor and practically cooks itself, this Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin with Honey Garlic Sauce is guaranteed to be your new family favorite.
This is a comforting meal that fills your kitchen with “swirls of flavor” as your slow cooker does all the work for you.
This easy dump-and-go slow cooker recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights, cozy Sunday dinners, and even casual entertaining.
Trust me when I tell you that dinner becomes effortless with this foolproof recipe.
The pork becomes incredibly fork tender, making every bite melt in your mouth.
The homemade honey garlic sauce simmers into a glossy glaze that's delicious spooned over the pork and vegetables.
I love serving this slow cooker recipe with mashed potatoes, hot fluffy rice or buttered noodles to make it a complete meal everyone will love.
This easy crockpot pork tenderloin recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort. Easy on the chef and easy to get on the table!
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How To Make Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin
This is a quick overview of how to make this slow cooker pork tenderloin recipe. Scroll down for the full recipe instructions and ingredient amounts in the recipe card below.
- Step 1: Arrange the carrots and sliced sweet onions on the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Step 2: Season the pork tenderloins with garlic powder, kosher salt and pepper.
- Step 3: Place the pork over the vegetables and pour the honey garlic sauce over the pork. Cover and cook until the pork is tender.
- Step 4: Whisk together the cold water and cornstarch until smooth. Stir the slurry into the slow cooker juices and cook until thickened. Serve the sauce with the pork and vegetables.
Hint: When making the cornstarch slurry, be sure to use cold water so that you don't get any lumps!
Expert recipe tips
- This recipe makes 8 servings. If you only need to serve four people, you can serve half of it one night and the remaining half another night.
- If you want a deeper color and flavor you can sear the pork before slow cooking
- Use an instant-read thermometer to prevent overcooking. Overcooking will make the pork tough. Pork is done when it reaches 145°F before resting.
- Let the pork rest for about 5 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy.
- For the most tender forkfuls of pork, slice against the grain
- If you are happy with a thinner sauce, you don’t have to thicken it on the stovetop after slow cooking
Substitutions
- Pork Tenderloin - If pork tenderloin isn't available, you can use a pork loin roast but you will need to adjust and add cooking time and be sure the pork registers 145F on a meat thermometer
- Honey Garlic Sauce – I used my homemade garlic honey sauce recipe so that I could control the sweetness and ensure there were no preservatives in the sauce but you can always use a storebought sauce if you are crunched for time.
- Sweet Onions - Yellow onions can replace sweet onions
- Garlic Powder - Minced fresh garlic can be substituted for garlic powder
- Cornstarch - Arrowroot starch or flour can be sued in place of the cornstarch. You will have to double the amount of flour to replace the cornstarch
- Carrots - Baby carrots will work well in place of sliced carrots
- Green Onions - Chives can be used instead of green onions for garnish.
Variations
- You can add halved baby potatoes or cubed sweet potatoes for an all-in-one meal
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for an Asian-inspired finish
- For an extra savory depth of flavor, you can add a splash of soy sauce to the honey garlic sauce
- Add a inch of crushed red pepper flakes for a little heat
- Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, egg noodles or cauliflower rice.
Storage
- Refrigerate - Store leftover pork and vegetables in an airtight container or food storage bag in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze – You can freeze cooled pork, carrots and sauce in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
- Reheat – You can reheat the pork and carrots in the microwave or on the stovetop. Feel free to add a splash of beef broth or chicken broth if needed to loosen the sauce.
- See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
FAQ
Yes! Pork tenderloin stays moist and tender when cooked on low heat and pairs perfectly with flavorful sauces like honey garlic. However, be sure not to overcook the tenderloin or it will become tough.
Browning the pork is optional but it does add extra flavor and a beautiful color. Totally up to you!
Pork tenderloin is done when the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Be sure to add a short resting time before slicing.
Mashed potatoes, steamed rice, buttered noodles, dinner rolls, another vegetable in addition to the carrots or a crisp green salad all pair beautifully with this recipe.
Why You'll Love This Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin
- Easy dump-and-go slow cooker recipe
- Perfect for busy weeknights
- Tender, juicy pork every time
- Sweet and savory honey garlic sauce
- Great for meal prep
- Minimal hands-on cooking
- It’s a comforting and satisfying recipe
Ingredients
Ingredients for honey garlic pork
- Pork Tenderloin - Pork tenderloin is one of the leanest and most tender cuts of pork. As it cooks low and slow, the pork absorbs the flavors of the honey garlic sauce while staying incredibly juicy and tender.
- Carrots - Carrots add natural sweetness while soaking up all of the delicious sauce. The carrots become tender as they slow cook.
- Sweet Onion - Sweet onions mellow beautifully during slow cooking, adding rich flavor and subtle sweetness to balance the savory sauce.
- Garlic Powder - Garlic powder adds a subtle savory flavor and blends beautifully into the sauce.
- Kosher Salt - Kosher salt enhances the natural flavor of the pork while seasoning the vegetables and sauce perfectly.
- Pepper - Black pepper adds a hint of warmth and complements the sweetness of the honey garlic sauce.
- Honey Garlic Sauce - Honey garlic sauce combines sweet honey with savory garlic flavors to create a rich glaze that coats every bite of pork and vegetables.
- Cold Water - Cold water combines with cornstarch to create a smooth slurry that thickens the sauce without lumps.
- Cornstarch - Cornstarch thickens the cooking juices into a silky, glossy gravy that's ideal for spooning over pork, rice or potatoes.
- Green Onions - Freshly sliced green onions add a pop of color and fresh flavor that brightens the finished dish.
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Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 pork tenderloins about 1 ½ pounds total weight
- 2 pounds carrots peeled and cut into 2-inch long pieces
- 1 cup chopped sweet onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 ¼ cups honey garlic sauce
- ¼ cup cold water
- 2 Tablespoons cornstarch
- ½ cup sliced green onions
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Instructions
- Arrange the carrots and onions in the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Season the pork tenderloins with garlic powder, kosher salt and pepper.
- Place the tenderloins on top of the carrots and onions.
- Pour the sauce over the tenderloins.
- Cover and cook on low for 3 hours or on high for 1 ½ hours or until a meat thermometer registers 145F.
- Transfer the pork to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Then slice and arrange the sliced pork on a serving platter.
- Meanwhile, using a slotted spoon, remove the carrots and onions from the slow cooker and arrange them on the serving platter.
- Transfer the sauce from the slow cooker to a saucepot.
- In a small bowl combine the cold water and cornstarch, stirring until the cornstarch is dissolved and blended.
- Stir the cornstarch mixture into the sauce in the saucepot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil for at least I minute, stirring, until the sauce has thickened.
- Drizzle some of the sauce over the pork and vegetables and sprinkle with sliced green onions. Serve any remaining sauce on the side.
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