Slow Cooker Cranberry Onion Pork Loin

Slow Cooker Cranberry Onion Pork Loin

Sweet, tangy cranberry sauce and savory onion seasoning come together in this incredibly simple Slow Cooker Cranberry Onion Pork Loin. With only a few ingredients, this recipe creates tender, flavorful pork covered in a glossy ruby-red cranberry glaze.

The combination may sound surprisingly simple, but cranberry and pork are a classic pairing. The sweetness and tartness of the cranberry sauce complement the mild flavor of pork, while dry onion soup mix adds a savory depth that makes the cooking juices especially delicious.

Serve the finished pork over fluffy white rice or alongside buttered corn for an easy, comforting dinner.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This recipe is perfect for busy days when you want a comforting meal without complicated preparation. The cranberry sauce melts into the cooking juices as the pork cooks, creating a naturally glossy sauce with a beautiful sweet-and-savory flavor.

The dry onion soup mix provides seasoning without requiring several individual spices, while a small amount of water or apple juice helps create enough moisture in the slow cooker.

Ingredients

• 3–4 lbs pork loin, thawed safely in the refrigerator before slow cooking
• 1 can (14 oz) jellied cranberry sauce
• 1 packet (1 oz) dry onion soup mix
• 1/4 cup water or apple juice

How to Make Slow Cooker Cranberry Onion Pork Loin