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This Slow Cooker Pork Stew is loaded with pork and vegetables. It is cooked in a flavorful broth in the slow cooker to make an easy meal.

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Slow Cooker Pork Stew Recipe:

If you are looking to change up your classic stew recipe make slow cooked pork stew recipe. It is loaded with pork diced into bite size pieces and lots of veggies. The chicken broth that is added really enhances the flavor.

Pork Stew Slow Cooker Recipe is easy to make. The crock pot cooks the pork and vegetable tender which makes it rich and tasty. We love that this stew is hearty enough served by itself or add some bread to soak up the broth.

When the cooler weather hits, I am sure to have pork stew in the slow cooker waiting on us after a busy day. It has become a family favorite comfort food.

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What cut of Pork is best for Stew?

When we make this stew, we usually pork shoulder. This stew cooks up tender pork in the slow cooker and comes out full of flavor.

You can easily use other cuts of pork. Other options to try are pork chops, tenderloin, or spareribs. Dice the pork chops and add them to this flavorful stew.

Ingredients needed - pork shoulder, flour, salt and pepper, oil, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, peas, garlic, bay leaves, red wine, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, italian seasoning, chicken broth, cornstarch

Ingredients: 

  • Pork Shoulder, cut into 2 inch pieces 
  • All Purpose Flour 
  • Salt 
  • Pepper 
  • Oil 
  • Russet Potatoes, peeled and cut into large pieces
  • Carrots, peeled and cut into large pieces
  • Celery stalks, chopped
  • White Onion, Peeled and chopped 
  • Frozen Peas 
  • Minced Garlic
  • Bay Leaves 
  • Red Wine 
  • Crushed Tomatoes (14 oz can) 
  • Tomato Paste
  • Italian Seasoning 
  • Chicken Broth 
  • Cornstarch 

How to Make Pork Stew in the Crock Pot: 

  • Coat Pork in Flour – Place the diced pork, flour, salt and pepper in a large zip lock bag.  Seal and sake to thoroughly coat the pork with the flour mixture.  
  • Brown Pork – Then heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.  Add in the pork and cook until the pork is browned on all sides.  Once cooked add pork to a slow cooker. 
The process of making pork stew
  • Add Red Wine to Skillet – Then add the red wine to the skillet and use it to deglaze the bottom of the pan.  Then pour the red wine mixture into the slow cooker as well. 
  • Mix in Ingredients – Add the remaining ingredients except for the cornstarch and peas to the slow cooker. 
  • Cook Pork Stew – Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until the pork is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Remove the bay leaves from the slow cooker.  Cooking time will vary.
  • Thicken Broth – Then mix the cornstarch with 3 Tbsp of cold water in a small bowl.  Stir this mixture and the peas into the crock pot.  Cover and cook on low for 30-45 minutes until the stew has thickened and the peas are cooked through.  
  • Enjoy – Serve warm and then enjoy! 
Pork Stew in a slow cooker with a serving on a ladle

Crock Pot Pork Stew Tips:

  • Stew Broth – The cornstarch mixture thickens the stew.  If you prefer a thinner stew, then do not add the cornstarch mixture to the crock pot. 
  • Keep Slow Cooker Close – To keep the heat in and for the ingredients to cook evenly, keep lid close.
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How to Store:

Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. This stew is amazing the next day as the flavors marinate together overnight.

You can even freeze the leftover stew. Place in a freezer safe container and freeze up to 4 months. To reheat, let the frozen stew thaw overnight and then reheat on the stovetop.

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Crockpot Pork Stew Variations:

  • Change the Pork – You can easily use any type of pork in this recipe.  I used a pork shoulder, but you can use pork stewing meat, pork loin or a pork butt as well. 
  • Change the Meat – If you prefer not to use pork, you can use ground beef, chicken, or lamb.
  • Add Beans – For even a more heartier stew add in some beans. We recommend pinto, black beans, or any that you have on hand.
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What to Serve with Pork Stew:

Since this stew has everything you need to serve a complete meal, I like to keep sides dishes light and easy. Here are a few of my favorites:

  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Rice
  • Cornbread
  • Green Salad
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Crock Pot Pork Stew

5 from 12 votes
This Slow Cooker Pork Stew is loaded with pork and vegetables. It is cooked in a flavorful broth in the slow cooker to make an easy meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 45 minutes
Servings 6
Cuisine American
Course stew
Calories 380

Ingredients

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Instructions

  • Place the diced pork, flour, salt and pepper in a large zip lock bag.ย  Seal and sake to thoroughly coat the pork with the flour mixture.
  • Then heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.ย  Add in the pork and cook until the pork is browned.ย  Then add the pork to a slow cooker.
  • Then add the red wine to the skillet and use it to deglaze the bottom of the pan.ย  Then pour the red wine mixture into the slow cooker as well.
  • Add the remaining ingredients except for the cornstarch and peas to the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours until the pork is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Remove the bay leaves from the slow cooker.
  • Then mix the cornstarch with 3 Tbsp of cold water in a small bowl.ย  Stir this mixture and the peas into the crock pot.ย  Cover and cook on low for 30-45 minutes until the stew has thickened and the peas are cooked through.
  • Serve warm and then enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.ย ย 
You can easily use any type of pork in this recipe.ย  I used a pork shoulder, but you can use pork stewing meat, pork loin or a pork butt as well.ย 
The cornstarch mixture thickens the stew.ย  If you prefer a thinner stew, then do not add the cornstarch mixture to the crock pot.ย 

Nutrition Facts

Calories 380kcal, Carbohydrates 42g, Protein 25g, Fat 12g, Saturated Fat 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat 2g, Monounsaturated Fat 6g, Trans Fat 1g, Cholesterol 63mg, Sodium 1072mg, Potassium 1295mg, Fiber 7g, Sugar 11g, Vitamin A 4477IU, Vitamin C 25mg, Calcium 114mg, Iron 5mg

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  1. Sharon says:

    5 stars
    This is a delicious stew! Easy, inexpensive and perfect to have on a chilly night like we had last night. I will definitely be adding this to my collection. Itโ€™s so yummy!
    Making it the next time I visit my kids. Thanks for this! So good!

  2. Cheyenne says:

    I would like to try this recipe pork stew in the crockpot it calls for red wine do I have to use red wine with this recipe or can I use something else.