Description
Slow Cooker Honey Dijon Pork with Potatoes is a cozy, flavorful dish that transforms everyday ingredients into a heartwarming culinary experience. The tender pork shoulder, infused with sweet honey and zesty Dijon mustard, pairs beautifully with baby potatoes, creating a comforting meal perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, this recipe allows you to enjoy delicious flavors without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes (halved)
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- Optional: Sear the pork in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned on all sides (3-4 minutes each).
- In your slow cooker, layer halved baby potatoes and chopped onions. Place the seared pork on top.
- Add minced garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, chicken broth, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until the pork is fork-tender.
- Shred the pork in the slow cooker using two forks and mix everything together before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg