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A serving of Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Potatoes & Apples on a white plate.

Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Potatoes & Apples

Chef Jenn
Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Potatoes & Apples is the ultimate blend of sweet and savory flavors. Tender pork, caramelized apples, and hearty sweet potatoes cook together in the slow cooker for an easy, flavorful meal that’s perfect for cozy dinners or busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 560 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the spice blend:

  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme crumbled
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional

For the rest:

  • 2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and sliced ½ inch thick
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 2 tablespoons ginger chopped
  • 1 tablespoon garlic chopped, about 2 cloves
  • 2 pork tenderloins silver skin removed
  • 2 medium Granny Smith apples peeled and cut into 8-10 wedges
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup water or apple juice

Instructions
 

  • Mix the brown sugar, thyme, salt, black pepper, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cayenne (if using) together in a small bowl until evenly blended.
  • Pour the water or apple juice into the base of your slow cooker. Layer the sweet potato slices evenly at the bottom.
  • Scatter the chopped onion, garlic, and ginger over the sweet potatoes. Sprinkle half of the prepared spice blend evenly over the vegetables.
  • Trim the silver skin from the pork tenderloins using a sharp knife. Rub the remaining spice blend all over the tenderloins to coat them completely. Place the tenderloins on top of the vegetables, bending slightly if needed to fit.
  • Nestle the apple wedges and dried cranberries around the pork, then set your slow cooker to high and cook for approximately 2 hours, or select low and cook for 4-5 hours. Ensure the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and the sweet potatoes are tender.
  • Remove the tenderloins to a cutting board and slice them into thick medallions. Spoon the cooked sweet potatoes, onions, and apples into a serving bowl, and arrange the pork slices around the edges. If there’s liquid left in the slow cooker, serve it as a sauce on the side.

Notes

Chef Jenn’s Tips

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork is cooked perfectly without overcooking.
  • Don’t skip peeling the apples; their softened texture melds beautifully with the other ingredients.
  • For a richer sauce, reduce the liquid on the stovetop before serving.
  • If you prefer a hint of heat, definitely include the cayenne pepper.
  • Sweet potatoes can be swapped for butternut squash if you want a slightly different texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5servingCalories: 560kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 77gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 236mgSodium: 357mgPotassium: 1811mgFiber: 4gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 12921IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 4mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

Keyword Pork with sweet potatoes and apples, Slow cooker pork tenderloin
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