Slow Cooker Italian Pork Roast Recipe

As soon as I saw this easy Slow Cooker Italian Pork Roast recipe, I knew I was looking at a winner.

I was right!

It’s one of those wonderfully simple slow cooker recipes where you put everything in the crock pot, turn it on and let it do its thing.

The pork cooks slowly in a flavorful combination of tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, garlic and Italian seasonings until it’s tender enough to pull apart with a fork.

And the sauce? Absolutely delectable!

This is exactly the kind of easy, satisfying dinner I love.

Why You’ll Love This Italian Pork Roast

• So easy to make. Just combine the ingredients and let the slow cooker do the work.
• Simple ingredients. Canned tomatoes, Parmesan and everyday seasonings.
• Tender and flavorful. The pork cooks slowly in a delicious Italian-style tomato sauce.
• Naturally low in carbs. Especially when served with vegetables or zucchini noodles.
• Versatile. Delicious over pasta, spaghetti squash or alongside your favorite vegetables.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Lean boneless pork roast: Pork sirloin roast works well for this recipe.
• Canned diced tomatoes: Use the tomatoes with their juices to create the sauce.
• Grated Parmesan cheese: Adds a wonderful savory flavor.
• Parsley: Adds a little freshness.
• Garlic powder: An easy pantry shortcut. You can substitute fresh minced garlic if you prefer.
• Dried basil and oregano: Give the sauce its classic Italian flavor.
• Black pepper: Adds a little seasoning.

That’s it! No browning, sautéing or complicated preparation required.

How to Make Slow Cooker Italian Pork Roast

Ideal slow cooker size: 4 to 5 quarts.

Step 1: Add the Pork

Place the boneless pork roast in the slow cooker.

Step 2: Make the Italian Tomato Sauce

In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes with their juices, Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic powder, basil, oregano and black pepper.

Step 3: Pour Over the Pork

Spoon the tomato mixture over the pork, spreading it evenly.

Step 4: Slow Cook

Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours, or until the pork is fork tender.

Step 5: Serve

Slice or pull the pork into pieces and spoon the delicious tomato sauce over the top.

My Tips and Easy Variations

Use a lean pork roast. Pork sirloin roast is a good choice. Cooking time will depend on the cut and thickness of the meat.

Fresh garlic works, too. Substitute 3 to 4 cloves of minced garlic for the garlic powder.

Add vegetables. Sliced onions, bell peppers or mushrooms would be delicious cooked along with the pork.

Try another meat. This flavorful tomato sauce would also be good with pork chops, beef roast or boneless chicken thighs. Adjust the cooking time to suit the meat you’re using.

Don’t waste the sauce! It’s one of the best parts of this recipe, so be sure to serve plenty of it with the pork.

What to Serve with Italian Pork Roast

One of the things I like best about this recipe is how many ways you can serve it.

For a traditional Italian-style dinner, spoon the pork and tomato sauce over pasta.

For a lighter, lower-carb meal, try it with spaghetti squash or zucchini noodles.

Add a side of steamed broccoli, green beans or a simple green salad, and dinner is done.

It’s delicious and family-friendly. At least it was with my family.

How Many Calories and WW Points?

According to my calculations, each serving (3 ounces pork with 1/2 cup sauce) has 130 calories and 1 WW Point.

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3 PointsPlus (Old plan)

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Source: adapted from New Leaf Wellness

More Easy Slow Cooker Recipes You’ll Love

If you enjoy this Italian pork roast, here are a few more easy recipes from Simple Nourished Living:

• Italian Slow Cooker Pork and White Bean Stew – Another comforting Italian-inspired pork dinner.
• Slow Cooker Pork Loin with Apple Butter – A delicious combination of tender pork and sweet-savory apple flavor.
• Mom’s Crock Pot Tomato Soup Pork Chops – An old-fashioned family favorite made with simple ingredients.
• Slow Cooker Balsamic Braised Beef – Another easy, flavorful slow cooker dinner.
• Best Weight Watchers Slow Cooker Pork Recipes – More ideas for easy pork dinners.

Sometimes the simplest recipes turn out to be the best.

This Italian pork roast is a perfect example. Just a handful of ingredients, a few minutes of preparation and a slow cooker are all you need for a delicious dinner.

And did I mention how good that sauce is?