This tender and juicy slow-roasted pork shoulder is the perfect comfort meal for any day. It’s easy to make, packed with herb-infused flavor and slow-cooked until it falls apart effortlessly. Serve it with its rich cooking juices or use it for sandwiches, tacos, or salads—a versatile dish that fits any meal plan!

Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

Recipe Ingredients

• 2 large onions, sliced
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper
• 1 tbsp (3 g) dried rosemary
• 3 lbs (1.4 kg) pork shoulder roast
• 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
• 2 tsp (6 g) minced garlic

How To Make Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder

1. Prepare the slow cooker: Place the sliced onions at the bottom of a 6-quart (6-L) slow cooker.
2. Season the pork: In a small bowl, mix the basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and rosemary. Rub the seasoning blend all over the pork shoulder.
3. Assemble and cook: Place the seasoned pork on top of the onions, pour in the chicken broth, and sprinkle the minced garlic over the roast. Cover and cook on high for 6 hours or low for 10 hours, until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with two forks.
4. Serve: Spoon some of the cooking juices over the shredded pork for extra flavor.

Recipe Tips

• Use the right cut: Choose a pork shoulder (or pork butt) with some fat for the best flavor and tenderness. Leaner cuts may turn out dry.
• Don’t skip searing: For extra flavor, sear the pork in a pan before placing it in the slow cooker. This adds a delicious caramelized crust.
• Cook low and slow: Cooking on low for 10 hours gives the most tender, pull-apart meat. High heat works but may not be as juicy.
• Let it rest: After cooking, let the pork rest for 10–15 minutes before shredding. This helps keep the juices inside.
• Save the juices: The cooking liquid is full of flavor! Strain and spoon it over the meat when serving or use it for sauces and soups.

Recipe FAQs and Variations

Check out More Recipes:

• Slow Cooker Italian Sausage Penne Pasta
• Slow Cooker Thai-Style Fish Parcels
• Slow Cooker Sage & Mustard Pork