Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Pork
Slow Cooker Lemon Herb Pork is a deliciously tender dish that combines the bright flavors of fresh lemons and aromatic herbs, making it a perfect centerpiece for family dinners or casual get-togethers. With minimal prep time and a hands-off cooking process, this recipe delivers succulent pork that melts in your mouth. Serve it over rice, in tacos, or with crusty bread to soak up all the flavorful juices. Your guests will be asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds pork shoulder
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder for optimal tenderness.
- Zest and juice the lemons into a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix lemon juice, zest, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Place the pork in a slow cooker and pour the lemon-herb mixture over it.
- Add chicken broth around the pork but not directly on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours. Shred the pork using two forks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the pork overnight in the lemon-herb mixture. You can substitute pork with chicken thighs or beef brisket if desired. Feel free to toss in vegetables like carrots or potatoes for a complete one-pot meal.