Slow-Cooked Garlic Tomato Pork Shoulder
Slow-Cooked Garlic Tomato Pork Shoulder is a mouthwatering dish that fills your home with an irresistible aroma. This tender pork shoulder, infused with rich garlic and tomato flavors, simmers to perfection in your slow cooker, creating a comforting meal ideal for gatherings or family dinners. With minimal effort, you can impress your guests and leave them craving more of this restaurant-quality dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lb boneless pork shoulder
- 1 head fresh garlic (whole cloves)
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Pat the pork shoulder dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Place chopped onions and garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sear the seasoned pork shoulder in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden brown on all sides (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Transfer the seared pork to the slow cooker, top with diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- Shred the pork in the sauce using two forks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup shredded pork (approx. 220g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize with other herbs like rosemary or thyme for added flavor. Use fresh tomatoes if preferred; peel them for smoother consistency. For meal prep, this dish stores well in airtight containers for up to three days in the refrigerator or three months in the freezer.