When you’re looking for a comforting, hearty meal that requires very little effort, this Slow Cooker Pork with Green Beans and Potatoes is the perfect choice. Tender chunks of pork, flavorful potatoes, and fresh green beans slowly cook together in a savory broth, creating a complete one-pot dinner the whole family will love. The slow cooker does all the work, making this recipe ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or a relaxing weekend meal.<\/p>\n
The long, slow cooking process allows the pork to become incredibly tender while the vegetables absorb all the delicious flavors from the seasoned broth. Best of all, cleanup is minimal since everything cooks in a single pot.<\/p>\n
Prep Time:<\/strong> 15 minutes<\/p>\n Cook Time:<\/strong> 6\u20138 hours on LOW or 3\u20134 hours on HIGH<\/p>\n Total Time:<\/strong> Approximately 6 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes<\/p>\n Servings:<\/strong> 6 servings<\/p>\n Pat the pork dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the pork pieces and toss until coated.<\/p>\n Seasoning the meat before cooking helps build layers of flavor throughout the dish.<\/p>\n Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork pieces in a single layer and cook for 2\u20133 minutes per side until lightly browned.<\/p>\n While this step is optional, browning the pork creates a richer flavor and improves the overall texture of the finished dish.<\/p>\n Transfer the browned pork to the slow cooker.<\/p>\n Place the sliced onions in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the potatoes on top of the onions. Arrange the seasoned pork over the potatoes.<\/p>\n Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over everything.<\/p>\n In a bowl, whisk together:<\/p>\n Pour the broth mixture over the pork and potatoes.<\/p>\n Cover with the lid and cook:<\/p>\n The pork is ready when it is fork-tender and easily pulls apart.<\/p>\n About 30\u201345 minutes before serving, add the green beans to the slow cooker.<\/p>\n Stir gently to combine and continue cooking until the green beans are tender but still vibrant.<\/p>\n Adding the green beans near the end prevents them from becoming overly soft and helps maintain their bright green color.<\/p>\n If you prefer a thicker gravy-like sauce, mix the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl.<\/p>\n Stir the mixture into the slow cooker during the final 15 minutes of cooking. Replace the lid and allow the sauce to thicken.<\/p>\n Pork shoulder works best because it contains enough fat and connective tissue to become exceptionally tender during long cooking times.<\/p>\n Adding green beans near the end keeps them fresh and slightly crisp instead of mushy.<\/p>\n Fresh garlic provides a deeper, more robust flavor than garlic powder alone.<\/p>\n Feel free to add additional herbs such as parsley, sage, or Italian seasoning to customize the flavor.<\/p>\n Add carrots, celery, or mushrooms for extra vegetables and flavor.<\/p>\n This slow cooker pork dinner is satisfying on its own, but it pairs wonderfully with:<\/p>\n For a complete comfort-food meal, serve with homemade bread and a simple green salad.<\/p>\n Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.<\/p>\n Freeze in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.<\/p>\n Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through. Add a splash of broth if needed to restore moisture.<\/p>\n Yes. Pork loin is leaner and cooks well in the slow cooker, although it may not be quite as tender as pork shoulder.<\/p>\n Absolutely. Frozen green beans work well and can be added directly to the slow cooker during the final 30 minutes.<\/p>\n No. Browning adds flavor, but you can skip this step if you’re short on time.<\/p>\n Yes. You can prepare all ingredients the night before and store them in the refrigerator. Simply place everything in the slow cooker and start cooking the next day.<\/p>\n Approximate values:<\/p>\n This Slow Cooker Pork with Green Beans and Potatoes is the ultimate comfort-food dinner. With tender, flavorful pork, perfectly cooked potatoes, and fresh green beans all simmered together in a savory broth, it’s a meal that delivers both convenience and incredible flavor. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or preparing meals for the week ahead, this easy one-pot recipe is guaranteed to become a regular favorite in your kitchen. Every bite is warm, satisfying, and packed with homestyle goodness.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Slow Cooker Pork with Green Beans and Potatoes (Easy One-Pot Dinner Recipe) When you’re looking for a comforting, hearty meal…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4348,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6,5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4347","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-home","category-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4347","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=4347"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4347\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4349,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4347\/revisions\/4349"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/4348"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=4347"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=4347"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/food.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=4347"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Ingredients<\/h2>\n
For the Pork<\/h3>\n
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For the Vegetables<\/h3>\n
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For the Broth<\/h3>\n
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Optional Thickening Slurry<\/h3>\n
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\nEquipment Needed<\/h2>\n
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Instructions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Season the Pork<\/h3>\n
Step 2: Brown the Pork (Optional but Recommended)<\/h3>\n
Step 3: Layer the Ingredients<\/h3>\n
Step 4: Prepare the Broth<\/h3>\n
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Step 5: Slow Cook<\/h3>\n
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Step 6: Add the Green Beans<\/h3>\n
Step 7: Thicken the Sauce (Optional)<\/h3>\n
Tips for the Best Slow Cooker Pork<\/h2>\n
Choose the Right Cut<\/h3>\n
Don’t Overcook the Green Beans<\/h3>\n
Use Fresh Garlic<\/h3>\n
Adjust the Seasonings<\/h3>\n
Make It Heartier<\/h3>\n
Serving Suggestions<\/h2>\n
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Storage and Reheating<\/h2>\n
Refrigerator<\/h3>\n
Freezer<\/h3>\n
Reheating<\/h3>\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n
Can I use pork loin instead of pork shoulder?<\/h3>\n
Can I use frozen green beans?<\/h3>\n
Do I have to brown the pork first?<\/h3>\n
Can I make this recipe ahead of time?<\/h3>\n
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)<\/h2>\n
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Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n