Easy Slow Cooker Pork Sirloin – For Pulled Pork or Slicing

If you’re looking for a low-effort, high-reward dinner this tender, juicy slow cooker pork sirloin roast fits the bill. It’s an easy, no-fuss recipe that uses a budget-friendly cut of pork, is packed with flavor, and can be sliced or shredded making it great for meal prep, rice bowls, or a hearty family dinner.

Want more simple and delicious crockpot recipes? Try rotisserie-like Spiced Slow Cooker Whole Chicken (or Instant Pot), 19 Easy Slow Cooker Boneless Chicken Thighs Recipes, or Slow Cooker Italian Style Pot Roast.

I’ve always loved that magical thing about tossing a few ingredients into a slow cooker, walking away for hours, and coming back to a meal that smells like you spent the whole day cooking. That’s exactly what this slow cooker pork sirloin does—minus any stress, mess, or a “what’s for dinner?” panic at 5 p.m.

This recipe came about mainly because I wanted to use the cheaper cuts of pork sirloin tips you can find at Costco. They come in a four pack and each weighs between 2-3 pounds. I typically pay about $18-$20 which brings it to a little over $2 per pound – such a deal, right?

The problem is most of the recipes for pork sirloin were for much larger cuts and if you cook sirloin too long the meat dries out. So I did some testing and came up with a simple technique that results in delicious pork with flavor you can adjust easily with different spice mixes.

So choose your spice rub, add a little water or broth, and a few hours later you will experience that slow cooker magic: tender, juicy pork ready to be sliced for Sunday dinner or shredded for tacos, sandwiches, or meal prep.

Ingredients

• 2-3 pound pork sirloin: I mentioned the Costco sirloin tips cut, but any small pork sirloin roast will work, though if it’s a thinner cut, you may want to start checking the internal temperature earlier.
• Season mix of choice: Tex-Mex Spice Rub/Mix, Thai Flavored Spice Rub/Mix, Mediterranean Spice Rub/Mix or Easy Homemade Cajun Seasoning

Or simply mix up seasonings just for this pork roast:

• 1/2 teaspoon EACH: salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

TIP: Do not confuse pork tenderloin with sirloin – tenderloin is more, well, tender, and only needs 20-30 minutes of cooking vs. tougher sirloin that benefits from longer slow cooking.

How to make Slow Cooker Pork Sirloin

Here are a few helpful visual instructions – the full instructions with exact ingredients can be found in the printable recipe card below.

Step 3: Remove from slow cooker and let sit a few minutes before slicing.

TIP: Use the juice from the slow cooker to brush onto the slices or drizzle over them on a platter to help capture flavor and moisture.

Is pork sirloin ok for pulled pork?

Yes! I use this leaner cut of pork for a less fatty shredded pork all the time. The key is to soak the pork in the meat juices after shredding (or add another sauce right away):

Storage

• Refrigerator: Store either slices or pulled pork in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days (keep the juices over the pork to maintain moisture).
• Freeze: Cooked pork sirloin freezes great – simply add portions to freezer containers (again with some of the juices), label and keep for up to 6 months.

Recipes To Serve With Pork Sirloin Roast

This is what I served with this roast the day I took these photographs:

• Easy Vegetable Barley Pilaf
• Shaved Cabbage Salad with Creamy Feta Vinaigrette
• Easy Addictive Tomato Chutney (Rhubarb chutney is my favorite with pork but this is a good second option!)

Other ways I’ve used this wonderful pork include:

• Using it as one of the proteins in Chef’s Salads.
• Replacing the chicken in No Bake Greek Nachos.
• Adding more protein to black bean quesadillas.
• Using as a topping for a Quick Individual Pizza Bar.

I hope you enjoy this easy slow cooker pork sirloin -f you make it, be sure to leave a rating and review so I know how you liked it!