Cranberry Orange Pork Roast

This slow cooker Cranberry Orange Pork Roast is a delicious addition to your collection of family favorite entrées. The sweet-tart combination of cranberry and orange pairs beautifully with tender pork roast, creating a flavorful main dish that feels both comforting and a little special. It’s an easy slow cooker dinner that’s perfect for family meals, holiday table, or when you want an impressive dish with minimal effort.

Easy Cranberry Orange Pork Roast

This cranberry orange pork loin is one of those easy recipes that feels a little special but is actually really simple to make. The pork cooks up tender and juicy while the cranberry and orange sauce adds the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavor. As it bakes, the citrus and cranberry fill the kitchen with the most amazing aroma. It’s the kind of meal that looks impressive on the table but doesn’t take a lot of effort, making it perfect for a cozy family dinner, entertaining and holiday meals whether Christmas or Thanksgiving. Serve it with your favorite sides and spoon a little extra of that bright, flavorful sauce over the top for a dish everyone will love.

Key ingredients you’ll need to make Cranberry Orange Pork Roast in slow cooker: (Scroll down for the full printable recipe card.)

• Pork Roast – This is a larger cut when compared to pork tenderloin. The fat cap will render while cooking keeping the roast nice and juicy.
• Cranberries – Whole berry cranberry sauce plus frozen cranberries to fortify the sauce at the end of cooking.
• Orange – Both fresh orange juice and orange zest give this roast a pop of citrus flavor.
• Seasonings – This recipe utilizes garlic salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes and one packet of golden onion soup mix giving the sauce a rich flavor.
• Teriyaki Sauce – A splash of teriyaki balances the flavor of the sauce. You could use soy sauce, in a pinch.
• Dijon Mustard – The perfect addition to pork it gives just the right amount of kick to the taste.
• Cornstarch – A cornstarch slurry is used to thicken the sauce. You can repeat the process until your desired consistency is reached.

How to Make Cranberry Orange Pork Roast Recipe

• Prepare the Slow Cooker – Spray the crock of a 6 quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
• Season and Seer the Pork Loin – Season pork roast on all sides with salt and pepper. Brown pork roast on all sides in melted butter then transfer to the slow cooker. Sprinkle the top with dry soup mix.
• Make the Sauce – Stir together the cranberry sauce, teriyaki sauce, orange zest and crushed red pepper flakes. Pour sauce over roast.
• Slow Cooker – Lock the lid in place and slow cooker per the cooking time in the recipe until a thermometer inserted into the center reads 165°F. Remove to a platter to rest.
• Make the Sauce – Turn slow cooker to high, whisk Dijon into sauce. Dissolve 2 tablespoons cornstarch in just enough orange juice OR cold water to dissolve. Mix into the sauce to thicken
• Cranberries – Add thawed cranberries and simmer until tender.
• Serve – Slice pork roast and serve drizzled with cranberry sauce. Garnished with orange slices, cranberries and rosemary.

Kitchen Equipment to Make Cranberry Orange Pork Roast Slow Cooker

• Large slow cooker.
• Dutch oven or large skillet.
• Measuring cups and measuring spoons.
• Tongs for turning the roast.
• Balloon whisk and small bowl to mix together the cornstarch with the orange juice to make the slurry for the sauce.

Recipe Variations, Tips and Substitutions

• Crockpot – Due to the natural shape of pork loin an oval slow cooker works best. However, you can make this pork roast in any shape crockpot as long as it fits.
• Searing the Pork – Searing the pork on all sides prior to adding it to the slow cooker will give it a depth of flavor.
• Adjust the Cooking Time According to Appliance – The cooking time will need to be adjusted depending on how your appliance performs and the size of the roast. In this instance, a cooking thermometer is your best friend and will take the guessing out of the equation.
• Repeat the Cornstarch Slurry – The thickness of the cooking juices and cranberry sauce can be adjusted to your personal taste at the end of cooking. The amount of thickening that you’ll need can depend upon the amount of juice left in the crockpot after slow cooking. You can repeat the process of adding cornstarch 1 tablespoon at a time until the texture suits your fancy.
• Frozen Cranberries – I like to add frozen whole cranberries to the sauce to add a bright color and texture. This is optional, you can skip this step or use fresh cranberries when available.

Storage and Leftovers

• Leftovers – Store roasted Cranberry Orange Pork Roast in an airtight container chilled in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheating – Reheat gently in a 350°f oven covered with foil just until heated through. Slices work best and won’t dry out as they will reheat in less time than trying to reheat an entire roast. You can also reheat gently in the microwave in single serving portions.
• Freezer – Freeze leftover pork roast for up to 2 months. thaw in the fridge and reheat just before serving. It’s easier to reheat when sliced prior to freezing.
• Serving Options – This pork roast makes a delicious sandwich layered on Artisan White Bread or stuffed into Honey Yeast Rolls.

More Easy Pork Recipes to Make

• Chili Ribbed Pork Loin Roast is roasted alongside seasoned vegetables for a one dish meal.
• Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin is stuffed with a cheesy spinach filling.
• Pork Tips Stroganoff served over mashed potatoes, noodles or rice is a winner.
• Pulled Pork Barbecue is done Eastern Carolina style.
• Baked Parmesan Crusted Pork Chops are a fan favorite.
• Bourbon Spice Rubbed Pork Tenderloin is perfection served over dirty rice. 
• Asian BBQ Pork Kabobs from Hey Grill Hey.

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Helpful Kitchen Items:

• Slow Cooker
• Carving Knife
• Citrus Zester
• Whisks