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Savory Brown Sugar Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin Slow Cooker Recipe

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A delicious and easy slow cooker recipe featuring pork tenderloin wrapped in bacon and coated with a savory brown sugar glaze, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 to 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin (450 to 680 grams), trimmed
  • 8 to 10 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (50 grams), packed
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for searing)
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth (120 ml)
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim and season the pork tenderloin by removing any silver skin or excess fat. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Mix brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the pork tenderloin, pressing it in gently.
  4. Lay out bacon strips on a cutting board, slightly overlapping. Place the seasoned pork tenderloin at one end and roll it up tightly in the bacon. Secure with kitchen twine or toothpicks if needed.
  5. Optional: Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the bacon-wrapped tenderloin seam side down for 2-3 minutes until bacon crisps and browns. Turn and brown other sides for another 2-3 minutes total.
  6. Pour chicken broth into the bottom of the slow cooker. Add fresh thyme or rosemary sprigs if using.
  7. Place the bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin seam side down on top of the broth in the slow cooker.
  8. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Avoid opening the lid frequently.
  9. Remove the tenderloin and let it rest on a cutting board for 10 minutes to redistribute juices.
  10. Slice into 1/2-inch (1.2 cm) slices and drizzle with any cooking juices before serving.
  11. Optional: If bacon is not crispy enough, broil slices in the oven for 2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.

Notes

Searing the bacon-wrapped tenderloin before slow cooking enhances flavor and texture. Rest the meat for 10 minutes before slicing to retain juices. For crispier bacon, broil briefly after cooking. Adjust seasoning and cooking time based on your slow cooker model. Use gluten-free broth for a gluten-free version. Variations include adding cayenne pepper for spice or swapping brown sugar with maple-flavored sugar.

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Keywords: pork tenderloin, bacon-wrapped, slow cooker, brown sugar, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food

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