Best 6 Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Topped Pork With Sweet Potatoes Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our delectable Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Topped Pork with Sweet Potatoes recipe. This dish is a harmonious blend of savory and sweet, where tender pork loin is enveloped in a caramelized brown sugar glaze, while sweet potatoes and carrots roast to perfection, absorbing the infused flavors. Experience the perfect balance of sweet and savory as the pork and vegetables intertwine, creating a mouthwatering experience that will tantalize your taste buds. The article also offers a collection of additional pork recipes, including a savory Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pork Tenderloin, an aromatic Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Pork Roast, and the ultimate comfort food, Slow Cooker Pulled Pork. Get ready for a culinary adventure as you explore these delectable pork dishes, each offering a unique flavor profile that will satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER GARLIC PORK ROAST AND SWEET POTATOES



Slow-Cooker Garlic Pork Roast and Sweet Potatoes image

Love pork and sweet potatoes? Here's an easy way to get this favorite combo in a slow cooker meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 boneless pork loin roast (3 1/2 lb)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cups 1-inch pieces peeled dark-orange sweet potatoes
1 medium onion, sliced
6 cloves garlic, peeled
1 cup Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)

Steps:

  • If pork roast comes in netting or is tied, remove netting or strings. Remove fat from pork. In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle salt and pepper over pork. Cook pork in oil about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until brown on all sides.
  • In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, place sweet potatoes, onion and garlic. Place pork on vegetables. Pour broth over pork.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 46 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 510 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER SWEET POTATOES



Slow Cooker Sweet Potatoes image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 3h10m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 to 7 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons salted butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Juice of 1 orange
Pinch of kosher salt
Chopped walnuts, toasted, for serving
Chopped fresh parsley, for serving

Steps:

  • Toss the sweet potatoes with the cornstarch in a bowl to coat well. Add the mixture to a slow cooker and dot with the butter. Sprinkle over the brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice and cayenne. Pour in the vanilla, orange juice and 1/4 cup water. Season with salt. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low, stirring once or twice, until the potatoes are tender, about 3 hours.
  • Toss the potatoes once more and transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle with the walnuts and parsley and serve.

CRANBERRY PORK & SWEET POTATOES



Cranberry Pork & Sweet Potatoes image

Serve your whole dinner from the slow cooker-tender pork chops and sweet potatoes flavored with applesauce, cranberry sauce and brown sugar. It's a wonderful meal for the holiday season. -Doris Branham, Kingston, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-2/3 cups sweetened applesauce (about 15 ounces)
3 pounds sweet potatoes (about 3 large), peeled and cut into 1-inch slices
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
6 bone-in pork loin chops (6 ounces each)
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • Place applesauce in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Top with sweet potatoes; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper and brown sugar., Place pork chops over potatoes; sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper. Spoon cranberry sauce over pork. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until pork and sweet potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 649 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 412mg sodium, Carbohydrate 101g carbohydrate (58g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

SLOW COOKER PORK LOIN ROAST WITH BROWN SUGAR AND SWEET POTATOES



Slow Cooker Pork Loin Roast with Brown Sugar and Sweet Potatoes image

One of my favorite recipes passed on to me from a friend many years ago. This pork loin roast with brown sugar is easy to prepare and when it's done, it's so delicious! Serve with a green vegetable or salad and dinner rolls.

Provided by galet09

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Roast Recipes

Time 6h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon pork rub seasoning, or to taste
¼ teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1 (3 pound) pork loin roast
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces
½ cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix pork rub seasoning and Chinese five-spice powder together in a small bowl. Rub all over pork roast.
  • Place sweet potatoes into the bottom of a slow cooker; add brown sugar and butter. Place roast on top and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook on Low until roast is fork-tender, 6 to 7 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 94.9 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 214.3 mg, Sugar 21 g

SLOW COOKER SWEET AND SOUR PORK



Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Pork image

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 19m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cubed peeled potatoes (Idaho or Yukon gold)
1 cup chopped onion
3 pound pork roast, trimmed
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup water
1/2 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Salt

Steps:

  • Arrange potatoes and onion in bottom of slow cooker. Place pork on top of potatoes and onion. Spread garlic all over pork.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together water, ketchup, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, mustard, black pepper and salt. Pour mixture over pork.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours.
  • Slice pork crosswise into thin slices and serve 12 ounces for this meal. Serve with all of potatoes, onions, and sauce.

PORK AND SWEET POTATOES, SLOW COOKER OR CROCK POT



Pork and Sweet Potatoes, Slow Cooker or Crock Pot image

Make and share this Pork and Sweet Potatoes, Slow Cooker or Crock Pot recipe from Food.com.

Provided by HelenG

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 8h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloin, cut into 3/4-inch thick pieces
3 cups sweet potatoes, raw peeled and sliced
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Spray crockery with cooking spray.
  • Combine pork, sweet potatoes, onion, and green bell pepper.
  • Combine tomatoes with brown sugar, cinnamon, parsley, and black pepper; pour over pork mixture.
  • Cover and cook on LOW setting for 8 to 10 hours. Stir to mix before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.4, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 112.3, Sodium 365.4, Carbohydrate 36.2, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 15.9, Protein 37.7

Tips:

  • Pork shoulder or Boston butt are both excellent cuts of meat for this dish. They are both fatty and flavorful, and they will cook up nice and tender in the slow cooker.
  • If you don't have brown sugar, you can substitute granulated sugar or honey.
  • You can add other vegetables to this dish, such as carrots, celery, or onions.
  • Be sure to cook the sweet potatoes until they are tender, but not mushy.
  • Serve this dish with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dish.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker brown sugar-topped pork with sweet potatoes is an easy and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. The pork is cooked until it is fall-apart tender, and the sweet potatoes are caramelized and sweet. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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