Parmesan Pork Loin
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If you love easy slow cooker meals, this Parmesan Pork Loin will quickly become a weeknight favorite. The meat turns out so tender it practically falls apart, and the Parmesan and honey glaze adds delicious flavor.
It's also one of my favorite holiday dinners for a smaller crowd. Just 5 minutes of prep, the crockpot does the work, and your oven stays free for sides like my Parmesan Roasted Carrots and Sourdough Stuffing.
Quick Look: Parmesan Pork Loin
- 🕒 Total Time: 5 min prep + 5-6 hrs on low
- 👥 Servings: 8
- 📊 Calories: 285 per serving
- 💪 Protein: 28g
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Super Easy: This is truly a set it and forget it slow cooker recipe. Just season, dump, and let your crockpot do the work. There are no fancy steps required!
- High Protein & Satisfying: Packed with lean pork and a sweet Parmesan flavor, this meal will keep you full and feeling great.
- Perfect for Meal Prep: Leftovers reheat beautifully, making it great for lunches or an easy second dinner later in the week. You can easily double this recipe!
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Select Ingredients
- Pork Loin - Choose one that's lean with minimal visible fat for the best texture. A 2 pound roast works perfectly for most slow cookers. If you go with a slightly small pork loin, you can reduce the glaze if you'd like!
- Shredded Parmesan - My top tip... grate your own from a block instead of using pre-grated cheese. Freshly shredded Parmesan melts more smoothly and gives the sauce a richer, creamier taste which, in my opinion, is totally worth the extra minute!
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Recipe Tips & Variations
➡️ Don't Overcook - Every slow cooker is different! Start checking your pork loin around the 5-hour mark on low. It should be fork-tender but not dry.
➡️ Add Herbs for Extra Flavor - Fresh rosemary and thyme pair beautifully with Parmesan and pork and the basil that's already in the glaze.
How To Make This Parmesan Pork Loin
Step 1: In a small mixing bowl, mix parmesan, honey, soy sauce, basil, garlic and olive oil.
Step 2: Stir ingredients well until fully blended.
Step 3: Pat the pork dry and season with ½ teaspoon salt. Place in slow cooker.
Step 4: Pour the parmesan mixture evenly over top of pork loin, using a spatula to coat all sides. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours, until a thermometer reads 145°F. Start checking at 5 hours. Let rest 5-10 minutes, then slice and spoon the juices over the top.
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Recipe FAQs
Sure! Just remember, the texture will be a bit different. Pork tenderloin cooks faster and is leaner, so you'll want to reduce the cooking time to avoid drying it out.
It can vary depending on the size of your pork loin. I recommend about 5-6 hours on low, or 3-4 hours on high. Start checking the doneness early.
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove with a splash of broth to keep it moist.
Yes! It's perfect for a smaller holiday gathering since it frees up your oven. One 2 lb loin serves about 8. For a bigger crowd, use two loins in a 6-quart or larger slow cooker and check the temperature at 5 hours.
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Parmesan Pork Loin
Ingredients
- 2 lb Pork loin
- ⅔ cup Parmesan cheese shredded
- ½ cup Honey
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 ½ tablespoon Basil dried
- 1 tablespoon Garlic minced
- 2 tablespoon Olive oil
- ½ teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the shredded Parmesan, honey, soy sauce, dried basil, minced garlic, and olive oil. Stir well until fully blended.
- Pat the pork loin dry with paper towels and season all over with ½ teaspoon salt. For a lower sodium option, you can skip the salt as the other ingredients contain salt.
- Place the pork loin in the bottom of your slow cooker. Pour the Parmesan mixture evenly over the top, using a spoon or spatula to coat all sides.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the pork is fork-tender and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). You may want to check it around 5 hours for a smaller pork loin or tenderloin.
- Once cooked, remove the pork loin and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Spoon some of the cooking juices over the top for extra flavor.
My family loved this! Thank you!
We just had this for dinner last night and there were zero leftovers! I love how easy this is to throw together for busy weeknights!