Toss a raw pork sirloin roast in the slow cooker and 4 everyday pantry items to get a meal so delicious your family will be begging for more

This 5-ingredient slow cooker pork sirloin feast is the kind of hands-off dinner I lean on during busy weeks. You literally toss a raw pork sirloin roast into the slow cooker, add four everyday pantry items, and let low, steady heat transform it into something deeply savory and tender.

Pork sirloin is leaner than shoulder but still has enough fat to stay juicy when cooked gently, a technique that traces back to traditional braising methods used across Europe and the American Midwest. The result is a comforting, flavorful main dish that tastes like you fussed all afternoon—without actually doing so.

Serve the sliced or shredded pork over fluffy mashed potatoes, buttered egg noodles, or simple steamed rice to soak up the garlicky, herbed pan juices. A crisp green salad or roasted vegetables—like carrots, Brussels sprouts, or green beans—add freshness and color.

If you enjoy bread on the table, warm crusty rolls or slices of baguette are perfect for sopping up the sauce. Leftovers make excellent sandwiches on toasted buns with a spoonful of the cooking juices and a crunchy coleslaw on top.

5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Pork Sirloin Feast

Servings: 6

Ingredients
1 (2 1/2 to 3 pound) raw pork sirloin roast, trimmed only if very thick fat cap
1 tablespoon kosher salt (or 2 teaspoons fine sea salt)
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning (or mixed dried herbs such as oregano and basil)
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Directions