Slow Cooker Pineapple Pork Loin – Sweet, Savory, and Simply Irresistible!
This tropical-inspired slow cooker dish blends juicy pork loin with sweet pineapple, creating a melt-in-your-mouth meal with minimal effort.
My mom used to make this dish on Sunday mornings before church. By the time we returned home, the entire house smelled like something out of a Hawaiian kitchen—sweet pineapple, tender pork, and savory herbs all simmered together into a comforting feast. It’s one of those recipes that feels fancy but requires almost no work.
Ingredients:
- 2–3 lb boneless pork loin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks in juice (do not drain)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Season pork loin with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear pork on all sides until lightly browned.
- Place pork into the slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix pineapple with juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and thyme.
- Pour mixture over the pork loin.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or until pork is tender.
- Slice and serve with sauce spooned over the top. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Carbohydrates | 30 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
Printable Recipe Summary
| Slow Cooker Pineapple Pork Loin | |
|---|---|
| Ingredients | Pork loin, pineapple chunks, soy sauce, brown sugar, Dijon, spices |
| Instructions | Sear pork, place in slow cooker, mix and pour sauce, cook low 6–7 hrs |
FAQs
Q: Can I use pork shoulder instead of pork loin?
Yes, pork shoulder will work but may be fattier and more fall-apart tender.
Q: Can I add vegetables?
Definitely! Carrots, bell peppers, or onions can go in with the pork for a complete meal.
Q: How can I thicken the sauce?
Remove the pork, pour the sauce into a pan, and simmer with a cornstarch slurry until thickened.
Q: Can I prep this the night before?
Yes, assemble everything in the slow cooker insert, refrigerate overnight, then cook the next day.
