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SLOW COOKER BACON BROWN SUGAR PORK TENDERLOIN

Sweet meets savory in this incredibly tender pork tenderloin wrapped in bacon and slow-cooked to perfection.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 7 hours
Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

For the Pork:

  • 1 pork tenderloin 1.5-2 pounds
  • 6-8 slices bacon
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Seasoning:

Optional Add-ins:

  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Fresh thyme sprigs
  • Sliced apples or pears

Instructions

  • Pat pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix brown sugar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika in a bowl.
  • Rub brown sugar mixture all over pork tenderloin.
  • Lay bacon slices slightly overlapping on clean surface.
  • Place seasoned pork on bacon and wrap carefully.
  • Transfer to slow cooker seam-side down.
  • Cover and cook on LOW 6-7 hours until pork reaches 145°F.
  • Remove and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Season pork night before
  • Storage: Keeps 3-4 days refrigerated
  • Freezing: Freeze uncooked up to 3 months
  • Bacon Tips: Regular cut works better than thick
  • Temperature: Don't overcook - 145°F is perfect
  • Serving: Save pan juices for drizzling