Slow Cooker Onion Lover’s Pork Loin

Servings: 3–4 | Cook Time: 4–6 hours (low) or 2.5–3.5 hours (high)

Ingredients

• 1 lb pork loin

• 1 Tbsp olive oil (optional for searing)

• 1/4 cup Onion Soup Mix (or one packet of store brand equivalent)

• 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced

• 1 cup beef broth (or chicken broth for milder flavor)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 Tbsp butter

• Optional: ½ cup sliced mushrooms for extra savory flavor

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Instructions

1. Optional Sear: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork loin for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. This deepens the flavor.

2. Layer the Onions: Place sliced onions in the bottom of your slow cooker.

3. Season & Arrange: Place pork loin on top of onions. Sprinkle garlic powder, pepper, and the entire packet of onion soup mix over the pork.

4. Add Liquids: Pour broth and Worcestershire sauce around (not over) the pork to keep seasoning in place.

5. Butter Boost: Place the butter on top of the pork.

6. Cook:

   • Low: 4–6 hours (juiciest)

   • High: 2.5–3.5 hours
     Pork is done when it reaches 145 °F internal temp, then rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.

7. Serve: Spoon the onion-rich juices over the sliced pork. Excellent with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

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Extra Onion Flavor Boost (Optional)

• Add 1–2 tsp onion powder along with the soup mix.

• Use two onions instead of one.

• Replace ½ cup of the broth with French onion soup for a deeper, sweeter onion note.