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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pork Loin

by Sarah Olson on December 15, 2022 | Updated January 20, 2023 4 Comments

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If you’re looking for a great recipe to turn ordinary pork loin into something sweet and savory, then you’ll love this Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pork Loin. The sauce ingredients create a honey garlic glaze that flavors the pork loin while cooking it to fork-tender perfection.

This isn’t the only yummy way to cook a pork loin. Try Brown Sugar Sesame Pork Loin, Cranberry Pork Loin, or Green Chile Pork Loin.

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Why this honey garlic pork loin recipe works

This great recipe takes the guesswork out of how to cook pork tenderloin in a way that yields tender meat with flavorful juice. The incredible honey garlic sauce is created using just a few pantry staples, and the prep is super easy. Add this honey garlic pork tenderloin to your next meal plan!

Recipe Ingredients

Ingredients for honey garlic pork loin on table.
  • Pork Loin: When it comes to this cut of meat, marbling is a good thing. Look for one that has it throughout, along with a pinkish-red color. You can use pork tenderloins instead if that’s what you prefer.
  • Savory Honey Garlic Sauce: The chicken broth and cornstarch are mixed first, then the honey, soy sauce, freshly minced garlic, red pepper flakes, onion powder, and ginger are added to it.

Step-by-Step Directions

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Step One – Place the pork loin into the crock pot.

Step Two – In a small bowl, whisk together the honey glaze ingredients.

Step Three – Pour sauce over the pork loin.

Step Four – Cover and cook HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 5-6 hours. Remove pork from the slow cooker and cut it into slices, then return back to the honey garlic sauce. Serve with a suggestion from below and enjoy!

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How to serve

  • Cooked pork always pairs well with vegetable-based sides such as Slow Cooker Collard Greens, a Green Bean Casserole, or Milk and Honey Corn on the Cob.
  • The flavor of honey garlic pork loin also tastes delicious with a side of wild rice, fried rice or white rice. Even mashed potatoes are great with the honey garlic sauce.
  • And since it’s sweet and savory, you can’t go wrong pairing it with Brussels sprouts, roasted butternut squash, or garlic butter mashed potatoes. Pour extra sauce over the sides for extra flavor.
  • Any type of bread with go well with it as well. When I serve it, I typically go for a buttered dinner roll.
sliced pork with honey garlic sauce.

Recipe FAQs and Variations

How do I store leftover pork loin?

Place the leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat them with the leftover honey garlic glaze in the oven until warmed throughout.

What other seasonings can I put on this pork loin?

A drizzle of olive oil, garlic powder, fresh ground pepper, and smoked paprika would taste great; make the recipe your own!

How can I make the meat more flavorful?

You can marinate the meat in the sauce overnight in the fridge to infuse the honey garlic flavor into the pork.

Can I use pork chops for this recipe?

Pork chops can be used instead of pork loin; the cooking time will be 3.5 hours on high or 4 hours on low.

Can this be cooked in the oven?

Yes! You can use a large oven-proof skillet (think cast iron) for cooking the meat and glaze.

What other variations are there for the honey glaze sauce?

Some recipes call for maple syrup, cider vinegar, and orange juice. Substitute these or add them in addition to the honey and soy sauce.

What can I do with leftover pork tenderloin?

Leftovers can be cubed and used in fried rice, or even tacos. Or you can reheat and have the same meal as the night before if you prefer.

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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pork Loin

4.60 from 5 votes
Pork loin cooked in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce. Wonderful with rice and a simple green side dish.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 310kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker- 6 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 3-4 lbs. pork loin (or pork tenderloins)
  • ¾ cup chicken broth
  • 3 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 3 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • ½ tsp. onion powder
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 2 Tbsp. garlic cloves minced
  • ½ cup honey
  • ¼ tsp. ground ginger
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Instructions:

  • Place the pork loin into the slow cooker.
  • In a small bowl add the chicken broth and the cornstarch, whisk until smooth.
  • Add the remaining sauce ingredients. Whisk until very smooth, you do not want the cornstarch in a lump at the bottom.
  • Pour this mixture over the pork loin.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on high for 4 hours or LOW for 5-6.
  • Remove the meat from the slow cooker onto a cutting board and let rest for 10 mintues.
  • Cut the pork into serving slices and place back into the sauce in the slow cooker along with the sauce for serving.
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Recipe Notes:

  • Place the leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat them with the leftover honey garlic glaze in the oven until warmed throughout.
  • Pork chops can be used instead of pork loin, the cooking time will be 3.5 hours on high, or 4 hours on low.
  • You can marinate the meat in the sauce overnight in the fridge to infuse the honey garlic flavor into the pork.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 546mg | Potassium: 678mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 38IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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    Comments

    1. Molly says

      January 24, 2023 at 7:02 pm

      3 stars
      I had 4.2 lbs of pork loin and cooked it for the recommended 5-6 hours on low and it turned to shredded/pulled pork. If you want it sliced I would suggest a shorter cook time. I was hoping for a bolder flavor but it was just sort of bland. I do think it has great potential though.

      Reply
    2. Cheryl says

      December 30, 2022 at 6:48 am

      5 stars
      I was thinking of adding small Yukon gold potatoes. Should I add at the beginning or in the last 2 hours. Love your recipes by the way! This is the best slow cooker site on the web!

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 30, 2022 at 7:15 am

        I would add them at the beginning; you may have to cook the recipe a little longer too. Potatoes usually take 7 hours, depending how hot your slow cooker cooks.

        Reply
    3. Michelle says

      December 27, 2022 at 6:33 am

      5 stars
      Looks good

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