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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pork Tenderloin Recipe with Easy Roasted Potatoes

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A cozy and easy slow cooker recipe featuring tender pork tenderloin glazed with honey and garlic, served alongside perfectly roasted baby potatoes. This dish offers a balance of sweet, savory, and garlicky flavors with minimal prep and fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of excess fat
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved or quartered (Yukon Gold or red potatoes recommended)
  • 1/4 cup honey (preferably raw or local)
  • 4–5 cloves garlic, minced or finely grated
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim and season the pork tenderloin: Remove any silver skin or excess fat. Pat the pork dry with paper towels, then season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.
  2. Prepare the honey garlic glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Prep the potatoes: Wash and halve or quarter the baby potatoes. Toss them in olive oil, salt, pepper, and chopped fresh herbs if using. Set aside.
  4. Layer the slow cooker: Spread the seasoned potatoes evenly at the bottom. Place the pork tenderloin on top of the potatoes. Pour the honey garlic glaze evenly over the pork and potatoes, ensuring the pork is well coated.
  5. Cook low and slow: Cover and cook on the low setting for 4 to 6 hours until the pork is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Avoid opening the lid frequently.
  6. Finish with a glaze boost (optional): Remove the pork and potatoes once cooked. Transfer the cooking liquid to a small saucepan and simmer on medium heat for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Drizzle over the pork before serving.
  7. Rest and slice: Let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing into 1/2-inch (1.3 cm) slices.
  8. Serve: Arrange pork slices alongside roasted potatoes and spoon any extra glaze on top.

Notes

Pat pork dry before seasoning to avoid steaming. Keep slow cooker lid closed to maintain heat and moisture. Check potatoes early to avoid overcooking; remove if too soft. Optional searing of pork before slow cooking adds flavor. Let pork rest before slicing to retain juices. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Avoid frozen potatoes as they become mushy.

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Keywords: slow cooker, pork tenderloin, honey garlic, roasted potatoes, easy dinner, comfort food, gluten-free, dairy-free

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