Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin is tender and juicy and very easy to make! This slow cooker pork tenderloin has a combination of spices added to barbecue sauce and requires very little prep.
It’s one of those easy, no muss, no fuss recipes that everyone loves and it’s great served over homemade mashed potatoes or baked rice (or even brown rice)!
Pork Tenderloin vs. Pork Loin
Pork loin and pork tenderloin are two different cuts of meat and cannot be used interchangeably so be sure you’re using pork tenderloin for this recipe.
Both cuts are lean and and I most often make roast pork tenderloin as it doesn’t take all that long. I love this recipe when I’m going to be out of the house, the perfect meal to come home to.
- Pork Tenderloin is thin and about 1 foot long. Each tenderloin will weigh about 1lb.
- Pork Loin is thicker and looks more like a roast with a fat cap on the top. It will weigh closer to 3-4 lbs. (Pork loin recipe here).
How to Make Crockpot Pork Tenderloin
When I said easy, I meant easy! There are only two steps for this recipe.
- Whisk the sauce ingredients together.
- Pour it over the tenderloin and walk away! To save a dish, you could even whisk the ingredients right in the Crock Pot, then add the pork and roll it in the sauce!
Oh, wait. Don’t forget to turn your Crock Pot on! Seriously, that’s really all there is to it.
NOTE: Pork tenderloin is a lean cut of meat and can dry out if overcooked. Check the temperature with a meat thermometer and remove from the slow cooker at 145°F. Rest 10 minutes before cutting.
How Long Does Pork Tenderloin Take in the Crock Pot?
Depending on the size, cooked on the “high” setting it should take about 2 to 2 1/2 hours, start to finish. You will want to test the internal temperature to make sure it is at least 145°F. This pork tenderloin is fall-apart tender and juicy from cooking in the juices from the sauce! Yum!
What to Serve with Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin
Pork always tastes great with sweet potatoes but on a weeknight, it’s great over a crusty bun with a quick and easy kale salad on the side.
With the spices in this recipe, my all-time favorite is to have it with a side of Mexican corn and delicious potato packets.
What To Do With Leftovers
Now here’s a problem you won’t mind having…if you even have any leftovers!
- In the Fridge: When stored in an airtight container or zippered bag, it can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- In the Freezer: Just like in the fridge, store in an airtight container or freezer bag! It can be frozen for up to three months.
- To Thaw: Defrost in the fridge, and reheat slowly on the stovetop, or in the microwave in 80-second intervals.
Recooked meat gets tough, so be careful not to cook it again during the heating process… but definitely do get it piping hot!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork tenderloin about two 1 pound tenderloins
- 2 cups barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard or Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Add pork tenderloin to a 6-quart slow cooker.
- Combine bbq sauce, mustard, chili powder, and kosher salt (and any other spices you'd like, see notes).
- Pour bbq sauce mixture over the pork tenderloin and add the lid to the slow cooker.
- Cook on high for 2- 2 ½ hours or low for 4 hours, until the pork tenderloin reaches 145°F.
- Remove from the slow cooker and rest 10 minutes. Slice and serve with sauce.
Notes
- ½ teaspoon oregano (adds an herbal note)
- ¼ teaspoon cumin (adds a nutty flavor)
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (adds a smoky flavor)
- ¼ teaspoon chipotle powder or a pinch of cayenne (adds some heat/spice)
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Course Main Course
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Made this yesterday and it was truly delicious !! Not wanting to mess with perfection but was wanting to know if this could be made in the oven ..
Randy, I haven’t tried this particular recipe in the oven, I most often roast pork tenderloin in the oven without much sauce. You can brush it with BBQ sauce before roasting if you’d like to do it in the oven. Hope that helps!
Dear Holly,
You’re a peach. I had a pork tenderloin in the fridge and needed a recipe, and here you are! It’s in my crock pot now. THANKS!
You’re too sweet, Ree! I hope you love it. ❤️
My family loved this recipe. I used only 1.5 cups of Diana Original BBQ sauce and still lots left over. My 2 Pork Tenderloins were over 2 lbs. total too. Served with mashed potatoes and veggies, sauce on everything!
Quick and easy and delicious.
How long would you recommend for a 5lb tenderloin?
Hi Leann, if it is 5lb it is likely a pork loin, not a pork tenderloin and will cook slightly differently. You could begin by searing it (add oil to a pan and cook on each side until browned). And then it will need to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for about 4 hours. I hope this helps!
I only had one pork tenderloin, what is the cooking time for that?
If making only 1 1lb pork tenderloin it would likely be done a little earlier if the Crockpot is not as full. You could check it around 1½ hrs to see if it is done. To do this use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 145°F.
MAKE THIS!! The sauce is incredible – I was eating it like soup!!! I used Sweet Baby Ray’s original BBQ sauce and stone ground Dijon and only added the seasonings as written – did not add any of the ones in the notes. Just the right amount of spicy but also sweet! Pork tenderloins came out perfectly tender of course. Sending this recipe to everyone I know!!!
Im excited to try some of your recipes, especially Meatloaf.
can you use a frozen pork tenderloin in slow cooker or should it be thawed first?
It is not recommended to cook directly from frozen in the crockpot so I would recommend defrosting it first.
do you have a recommended suggestion substitution for mustard? I don’t like the taste of mustard.
If you don’t want mustard you can leave it out or even try a couple of dashes of hot sauce.
This was delicious – the only thing I changed was substituting the chili powder for smoked paprika. I will definitely be making this again.
Made this for my family & they loved it. I doubled the recipe & took the leftover pork shredded it in the sauce & used for pulled pork sandwiches for another dinner. It was another dinner win! Super easy dinners the family loves= a delicious 5 stars!
easy recipe
Can you place the tenderloin in the slow cooker from the freezer? If so, how long do I need to cook on what setting?
Love all of your recipes!
Hi Linda, it is not recommended to cook directly from frozen in the crockpot so I would recommend defrosting your pork tenderloin first.