Easy Slow Cooker Pork Roast Includes Step By Step Instructions

This is a classic pork roast recipe made simple using a crock pot. This Easy Slow Cooker Pork Roast recipe is healthy and makes your house smell good. With only 4 ingredients, you won’t even break a sweat when preparing this tender old fashioned meal.

Easy Slow Cooker Pork Roast Recipe

It truly can’t get much easier than this crockpot pork roast.  If you can answer the following questions yes, then this recipe is for you.

• Do you own a crock pot?
• Can you open a can of cream of mushroom soup?
• Are you a fan of fall apart, tender pork roast?

Congrats, this recipe is for you.

Old Fashioned Slow Cooker Pork Roast

Today’s version of pork roast is a bit sweeter, containing a combination of brown sugar, soy sauce and a base of cream of mushroom soup. You may even have all those ingredients already in the cabinet. The flavors of the liquid taste great.

In my humble opinion, pork roasts do not get enough love. I’m always hearing and seeing recipes for beef chuck or rump roasts, but rarely do I see any for the pork equivalent. That’s why I’ve made it my own personal mission to elevate the love of pork roasts.

Thus far, I’ve conquered the crock pot pork roast recipe not just once but three times. The first time was with this Crock Pot Pork Roast and Gravy recipe. If you haven’t tried it, then I highly recommend it.  The second is a completely new and inspiring recipe called Honey Mustard Pork Roast.  It makes a delicious sauce to serve with the pork roast.

Ingredient List for Crock Pot Pork Roast

The ingredients for this pork roast recipe could not be simpler and you probably already have them all (except for the pork roast) in your pantry.

• Pork Roast (bone-in or boneless pork shoulder roast)
• Cream of Mushroom Soup
• Soy Sauce
• Brown Sugar
• Salt and Black Pepper (optional)

What temperature should a pork roast be cooked to?

The FDA recommends cooking a pork roast to an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.  You could safely target 140 degrees F, and then turn off the slow cooker. As the pork sits, it should rise in temperature another 5 degrees to 145 degrees F.

How do I know if my pork roast is done cooking?

For a fail-proof method, use a digital meat thermometer. Set the target cooking temperature to 145 degrees F, insert the probe into the center of the meat and walk away. Once the pork roast reaches that temperature, the thermometer will sound a noise so that you know it is cooking properly. Failing to do this could result in a dry, tough pork roast.

What do serve with pork roast?

• Mashed Potatoes – Try Recipes that Crock’s slow cooker version.
• Fried Cabbage or German Style Red Cabbage
• Cinnamon Apples
• French Onion Rice Casserole
• Green Beans
• Fried Potatoes
• Whole Roasted Carrots

How do you make pork roast gravy from scratch?

Step By Step Instructions

1. Place pork roast in a slow cooker insert.
2. Whisk together cream of mushroom soup, soy sauce and brown sugar in a small bowl;  pour mixture over top pork roast.
3. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours or until fork tender.
4. Serve juices over mashed potatoes, topping with the pan gravy.

Equipment

Take a quick look to be sure you have the pantry ingredients and kitchen tools needed before you make this pork roast recipe.

Storage Instructions

Let leftover pork cool completely. Place in an airtight container, and store in the refrigerator for up to a week. Leftovers make great pork sandwiches.

For the full instructions and recipe amounts for easy crock pot pork roast, scroll to the bottom of this post. 

Recipe FAQs

• Optional step: sear pork roast in a large skillet before adding to the crockpot. This will give a more depth of flavor.
• I recommend using the low sodium variety of soy sauce.
• Coconut Aminos are another great substitution for soy sauce.
• For a new twist, try adding a 1/2 cup bourbon to the sauce before adding to crock pot insert.
• Fat free cream of mushroom soup can be substituted for this savory pork roast recipe in the slow cooker.
• A small can of mushrooms would be a lovely addition to the sauce, but don’t add them until closer to the end of the cooking time. Or add your favorite veggies like carrots and potatoes.
• Substitute pork chops for boneless pork roast. Just note, the cook time might be less.
• Try serving this slow cooker pork roast with gravy over mashed potatoes or any favorite side dishes or vegetables.

Our Favorite Crock Pot Dinners

Try some more of our favorite crock pot dinners:

Swiss Steak and Vegetables

Beef Roast French Dip Au Jus

Ground Beef Enchiladas

Enchilada Meatloaf

My Favorite Taco Soup

Frisco Melt Tater Tot Casserole

Should I sear my pork roast before putting it in the slow cooker?

Searing any type of meat before it slow cooks is optional; however, taking time to sear the meat will add more flavor. If you have the time, I recommend searing it in vegetable oil, olive oil or butter. If you’re short on time, skip it.