Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Pork Loin Roast

There is something wonderfully comforting about a pork roast that practically cooks itself. This Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Pork Loin Roast combines savory garlic, sweet brown sugar, and simple seasonings to create a tender, flavorful centerpiece with a glossy, caramelized-style sauce.

The slow cooker does most of the work, gently cooking the pork while the brown sugar melts into the juices and the garlic infuses every bite. It is an excellent choice for a cozy family dinner, Sunday meal, or holiday gathering when you want something impressive without spending hours at the stove.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This recipe is especially appealing because it uses straightforward ingredients while delivering layers of flavor. The brown sugar provides sweetness and helps create a rich sauce, while garlic and seasonings keep the roast from becoming overly sweet.

Slow cooking also gives the pork plenty of time to absorb the surrounding flavors. Once everything is in the cooker, you can leave it to cook while preparing side dishes or simply getting on with your day.

Ingredients

For the Pork

• 2½–3 pounds pork loin roast
• 5–6 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup packed brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Optional Sauce Thickener

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water

Step 1: Prepare the Pork

Begin by taking the pork loin out of the refrigerator and patting it dry with paper towels. Removing excess moisture helps the seasonings cling to the surface.

Place the roast on a clean cutting board and trim away any large pieces of excess fat, leaving a little fat for flavor and moisture.

Rub the pork all over with olive oil.

Step 2: Make the Brown Sugar Garlic Rub

In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, paprika, onion powder, and dried thyme.

Mix until the garlic and seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the sugar.

Press the mixture firmly over the entire pork loin. Try to cover the top and sides as evenly as possible.

The combination of brown sugar and garlic is what gives this roast its distinctive sweet-and-savory character.

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