Slow Cooker Pork Roast with Vegetables

Name: Slow Cooker Pork Roast with Vegetables
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 480 min
Total time: 490 min
Ingredients: 1 large yellow onion (sliced); 6 potatoes (cubed); 3 carrots (sliced); 4 pound pork shoulder roast (recommend, 4 to 6 lbs); 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ cup chicken broth

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Imagine coming home to fall-apart tender pork shoulder nestled against buttery potatoes and sweet carrots, all bathing in a savory broth that smells like Sunday dinner at grandma's house. The best part? It only takes a few minutes of prep. No searing, no canned soup-just a slow cooker doing what it does best.

Seasoned roast pork on a white platter, surrounded by chunks of cooked potatoes and carrots, garnished with chopped herbs.

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This recipe is weeknight-friendly, yet it makes enough to feed a crowd or stockpile leftovers (which might be even better the next day).

For me, dinner is all about the sides and the sauces. And this recipe is essentially a pot roast made with pork. It has the sauce and veggies all in one pot for the best pork roast you have ever made. But if you want extra veggies pair with my fried cabbage and onions for the perfect cozy dinner.

📖Why My Recipe Works

Tender, juicy pork every time- Pork shoulder is marbled enough to stay moist and flavorful, no matter how long it cooks.
One meal, one pot. Protein, veggies, and broth all in one dish-no juggling extra pans. You don't even need to sear the pork.

🧾Ingredient Notes

Boneless Pork Shoulder- Also called a boston butt or pork butt, you will need a 4-ish pound piece of meat. You can also use a pork loin roast for this recipe, but do not use pork tenderloin.
Vegetables- I use the classic pot roast combo of carrots, potatoes (any type), and onion. But you can substitute any mix of parsnips, rutabaga, or celery root. I don't recommend sweet potatoes because I find they fall apart quickly.
Italian Seasoning - One spoonful gives you the perfect herb blend without reaching for five different jars. Homemade or store-bought both work. You can also try other spice mixes like herb and garlic or poultry seasoning.
Chicken Broth - You can also use beef broth, veggie broth, or water plus bullion as substitutes.

Ingredients for a slow cooker pork roast meal, including pork shoulder roast, carrots, yellow onion, potatoes, chicken broth, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

⏲️How to Make Slow Cooker Pork Roast

Chopped onions, carrots, and potatoes are placed in a black slow cooker on a light-colored surface.

Place sliced onions, potatoes, and carrots at the bottom. This creates a flavorful bed for the pork, they will absorb all the juices.

Uncooked seasoned pork roast placed on top of chopped vegetables inside a black slow cooker on a white surface.

Season the pork roast on all sides before adding it to the slow cooker. Add the chicken stock around it, not on top, you don't want to wash off the seasoning.

A seasoned pork roast sits on top of chopped potatoes, carrots, and onions inside a black slow cooker.

Cook covered until tender and the meat easily shreds.

A serving platter with a partially shredded slow cooker pork roast, seasoned with herbs and garnished with chopped parsley.

Let the pork rest before you shred it, then spoon over the juices to keep it moist.

👩🏻‍🍳Jen's Top Tip

Always let the pork rest before shredding. Just 10 minutes makes a huge difference in keeping the meat juicy instead of dry.

A plate of shredded pork roast with chopped parsley, accompanied by cooked potatoes and carrots, with a fork on the side.

🌡️Storing Leftovers

Leftovers keep beautifully, making this recipe a true weeknight hero. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze the shredded pork (without veggies) in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months, adding a splash of broth before freezing to lock in moisture.

When you're ready to reheat, warm gently on the stovetop or in the microwave with a little extra broth to keep everything tender and juicy.

Common Recipe Questions

Can I use pork loin instead of pork shoulder?

You can, but it won't shred the same way. Pork shoulder is marbled with fat, making it the best choice for slow cooker recipes.

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