Slow Cooker Cheesy Pork Roast

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🍖🧀 Slow Cooker Cheesy Pork Roast

📝 Description

This Slow Cooker Cheesy Pork Roast is a rich, comforting meal made with a tender pork roast cooked low and slow over a bed of shredded potatoes (or hash browns). As it cooks, the pork becomes juicy and flavorful, while the potatoes absorb all the savory juices. Finished with melty cheese, this hearty dish is perfect for busy weeknights or Sunday family dinners.

🍽 Servings

Serves: 6–8
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6–8 hours (LOW)

🛒 Ingredients

  • 3–4 lb boneless pork loin or pork shoulder roast

  • 4 cups frozen shredded hash browns (or freshly shredded potatoes)

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup

  • ½ cup chicken broth

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp paprika (optional)

Optional: sliced onions, mushrooms, or fresh herbs

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Spray slow cooker with nonstick spray. Spread hash browns evenly on the bottom.

2️⃣ Season pork roast with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.

3️⃣ Place pork roast on top of potatoes.

4️⃣ In a bowl, mix soup and chicken broth. Pour around and slightly over roast.

5️⃣ Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours until pork is tender (internal temp 145°F for slicing or 190°F for shredding).

6️⃣ Sprinkle cheese over potatoes during the last 20–30 minutes of cooking. Cover until melted.

Let rest 10 minutes before slicing or shredding.

💡 Notes

  • Pork shoulder is best for shredding.

  • Pork loin slices neatly but is leaner.

  • Add extra broth if potatoes seem dry.

🔥 Tips

✔ Sear roast before slow cooking for deeper flavor
✔ Add ranch seasoning for extra taste
✔ Garnish with parsley or green onions
✔ Serve with a side salad or steamed veggies

🥗 Nutritional Info (Per Serving Approx.)

Calories: 450–550
Protein: 40g
Fat: 28g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Sodium: 700mg

🌟 Benefits

  • High in protein

  • One-pot family meal

  • Easy prep

  • Great for leftovers

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I use fresh potatoes?
A: Yes, shred or thinly slice them.

Q: Can I cook on HIGH?
A: Yes, 3–4 hours, but LOW gives more tender results.

Q: Can I freeze leftovers?
A: Yes, up to 2 months in airtight container.

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