This Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin is tender and flavorful, coated in a creamy parmesan garlic sauce. It makes a great easy dinner, and pairs well with all your favorite sides.
If you want another excellent recipe, try my balsamic pork tenderloin in slow cooker.
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Why this Crockpot Pork Tenderloin Recipe is a Keeper
This amazing slow cooker pork tenderloin is so tender, and is topped with a home cooked parmesan sauce. Sear the meat beforehand to give it a crispy texture; it makes a difference in cooking. Here are a few reasons why you’ll love this slow cooker pork loin recipe:
- Simple Ingredients: All of the ingredients in this pork tenderloin slow cooker recipe can be found in your kitchen or local grocery store.
- Family Favorite: This slow cooked pork tenderloin makes a great family dinner, especially on a busy day.
- Makes Great Leftovers: Save this slow cooker pork tenderloin recipe for later, and enjoy it throughout the week.
Do I Have to Brown the Pork First?
You don’t have to brown the pork before slow cooking, but browning helps give it a richer flavor and crispy exterior. Sear the pork for 10-15 minutes before adding to the crock pot.
Ingredient Notes for Easy Pork Tenderloin in Slow Cooker
- Pork Roast: Use a boneless whole pork roast for this amazing pork tenderloin recipe. Browning it beforehand is optional.
- Parmesan Cheese: Use freshly grated parmesan cheese to make the sauce.
- Italian Seasoning: Season the pork using our recipe.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements for this pork tenderloin recipe for slow cooker.
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Prep Ahead Suggestions for Crock Pot Pork
- Just put all of the ingredients together in a zip top bag and stash it in the freezer. Then, when you’re ready to make it, simply thaw the package overnight in the fridge, put it in your slow cooker and cook according to the directions.
Special Equipment Needed to Make this Pork Tenderloin Recipe in Slow Cooker
- Crock Pot: Slow cook the pork for 5-6 hours in the crock pot. It will help you make the best pork tenderloin. It is super tender.
Pro Tip to Make Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin Recipe
Pork tenderloin can dry out quickly, so it’s important not to overcook it. Cook this pork dish on low for 4-6 hours or cook on high for 2-3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C)
How to Cook Pork Tenderloin in Crock Pot
These are the basic steps for making slow cooker pork tenderloin. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
1. Cook the Pork Roast
Cut the roast in half, then add the pork to the slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine parmesan cheese, honey, soy sauce, basil, garlic, olive oil, and salt. Pour over the pork. Cover and cook on low heat for 5-6 hours, or until the meat thermometer reads 160 degrees F. Make sure not to overcook the pork.
2. Thicken the Sauce
Once the tenderloin is cooked, remove the meat from the crock pot and cover to keep warm. Skim the fat, then transfer the liquid from the crock pot to a small saucepan. Bring the liquid to a boil and gradually stir in cornstarch. Cook for 2 minutes, then pour over the pork.
How to Store and Reheat this Recipe for Pork Tenderloin Dinner Recipe
- Storing: If you have leftovers, place the pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Reheating: Reheat pork in the microwave or on the stovetop in a sauce pan until the delicious gravy is warmed through.
- Using Leftovers: Leftover pork should be good for up to 3 days.
Pork Variations and Substitutions to Love this Slow Cooker Pork Recipe
- Chicken Broth: Try this recipe with low sodium broth or wine to add more flavor.
- Balsamic Vinegar: Use different spices and seasoning blends. Add salt and pepper, onion powder, brown sugar, or even a balsamic glaze.
- Potatoes and Carrots: Double the sauce to put over your side dishes, such as mashed potatoes and green beans, or other vegetables.
Tender and Juicy Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin Recipe FAQs
If you enjoyed this recipe for easy slow cooker pork, visit our page for more pork recipes, crockpot recipes, and side dishes.
Serve this recipe with parmesan polenta, garlic green beans, or pork chop gravy. It also goes great with mashed potatoes or caramelized onions.
Both pork loin and tenderloin are from the same part of the pig. However, pork loin has more fat, is a bigger cut of meat, and takes longer to cook. Pork tenderloin is a more lean cut of meat.
Resting the meat helps the flavors meld together, it also helps all the juices to return to the meat for this easy recipe.
Expert Tips for Making This Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin Recipe
- Cook Time: A meat thermometer is the best way to ensure that the pork is cooked to the correct temperature.
- Don’t open the lid too often: Opening the lid too often can let out heat and moisture, which can lead to dry pork.
Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin with Parmesan Sauce
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Ingredients
- 1 Boneless Whole Pork Loin Roast
- ⅔ cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- ½ cup Honey
- 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dried Italian Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- ¼ cup Cold Water
Instructions
- Cut roast in half and place in slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, combine the cheese, honey, soy sauce, basil, garlic, oil and salt; pour over pork.
- Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or until a meat thermometer reads 160°.
- Remove meat and cover to keep warm.
- Skim fat from the liquid; transfer to a small saucepan.
- Bring liquid to a boil.
- Combine cornstarch and water until smooth.
- Gradually stir cornstarch mixture into cooking juices.
- Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
- Drizzle sauce over pork.
Christina’s Notes
- Use a meat thermometer: A meat thermometer is the best way to ensure that the pork is cooked to the correct temperature.
- Don’t open the lid too often: Opening the lid too often can let out heat and moisture, which can lead to dry pork.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, scroll up on the page.
I love a good crock pot pork recipe and the parmesan makes this one so good!
Family enjoyed the meal. I would cook a bit less next time.
after the first ingredient there is a number 4 what does that mean.
Its supposed to be one 4 pound pork roast. The ingredient didn’t convert properly in the recipe but hopefully it’s fixed now. Thanks!!
My apologies – when the recipe transferred over, it added some extra text. It’s updated and correct now. thanks for bringing it to my attention. 🙂
Going to try this recipe tmrw….What did you serve with it? I was thinking potatoes and add them to the slow cooker at same time, but not sure. What do you think
I usually serve it with rice because that’s what my family prefers. I have never tried it with adding potatoes to the slow cooker — let me know how you make out 🙂
I just found this recipe when I googled “Pork Tenderloin recipes” for the slow cooker. At the top of your recipe it states the “total time” is 45 minutes when, clearly, nothing cooks in a slow cooker in 45 min! lol Also, the list of ingredients lists “dried Italian seasoning” but in the directions it states “basil” I used the Italian seasoning – I hope I didn’t mess it up. it’s in the slow cooker right now!!
My apologies on the time. It probably didn’t convert properly when I changed recipe formats. Use the Italian seasoning…it will have better flavor (in my opinion). Hope you enjoyed it 🙂
You said to put it in a 3 quart crockpot…but you also said you use a 6 quart one…which should I use? I always have trouble with a small amount in a bigger one and a bigger amount in a small one…never seems to cook right!
Mine is a 6 qt and it works perfectly. I always use the low setting too. Hope this helps.
This might be a silly question….but when you cut the roast in half did you mean half width wise or length wise? Thank you for sharing! I can’t wait to try it!
Width wise. I apologize for not being clearer. Let me know if you have any more questions. 🙂
I’m trying this for dinner tonight! But I might also have a silly question about cutting it. Do you cut it because it cooks better or to just fit it in the crock pot? Can’t wait to see what this tastes like! 🙂
I cut it to fit it in the crock pot 🙂 Hope you like it! 🙂
Good recipe. Will be making this again. Family loved the flavors in it. Thank you.
I can’t wait to try, that’s one of my favorite meats. thank you for clarifying width wise, that was my question also. Can’t wait!