This 4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Independence Day Loin is the kind of easy family supper that feels almost too simple for how good it turns out. A whole boneless pork loin roast cooks low and slow until tender, soaking up the flavors of just three pantry-friendly ingredients to make a juicy main dish that is perfect for a summer gathering, a holiday table, or an easy weekend meal when you want the slow cooker to do the work for you.
Serve this pork loin with creamy mashed potatoes, buttered corn, baked beans, coleslaw, or a crisp green salad for a classic cookout-style plate. It also slices beautifully for sandwiches the next day, and if you are feeding a crowd, a platter with fresh fruit, dinner rolls, and a simple pasta salad makes the meal feel extra special without adding much fuss.
4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Independence Day Loin
Servings: 8
Ingredients
1 whole boneless pork loin roast, about 3 to 4 pounds
1 packet dry onion soup mix, about 1 ounce
1 cup barbecue sauce
1/2 cup chicken broth
Directions
1. Pat the pork loin roast dry with paper towels and place it in the bottom of the slow cooker insert with the fat cap facing up.
2. Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the top of the roast, then pour the barbecue sauce and chicken broth around and over the pork.
3. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and reaches a safe internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
4. Transfer the pork to a cutting board, let it rest for 10 minutes, then slice and spoon some of the cooking juices over the top before serving.
Variations & Tips
For a sweeter version: Use a honey barbecue sauce for a little extra sweetness that kids usually love, and add a spoonful of brown sugar if you want a more caramelized flavor.
For picky eaters: Choose a mild barbecue sauce and serve the sliced pork with extra sauce on the side so everyone can add as much or as little as they like.
For easier slicing: Letting the roast rest before cutting helps keep the juices in the meat, and using a sharp carving knife will give you cleaner slices.
To keep it from drying out: Pork loin is leaner than pork shoulder, so it is best to check it near the earlier end of the cooking time if your slow cooker runs hot.
For leftovers: Store sliced pork with some of the juices in the refrigerator and use it in sandwiches, wraps, or over rice the next day for an easy second meal.