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Keto Crockpot Creamy Garlic Tuscan Pork - Rich Flavor With Easy Prep

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 to 2.5 pounds boneless pork shoulder (Boston butt) or pork loin, cut into large chunks
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional, for depth)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced (or 2 tablespoons)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and sliced
  • 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Season the pork: Pat the pork dry. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
  2. Sear (optional but recommended): Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork on all sides until browned, 2–3 minutes per side. Transfer to the crockpot. If skipping the sear, add pork straight to the crockpot.
  3. Build flavor: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and warm through. Deglaze with a splash of chicken broth, scraping browned bits, then pour everything into the crockpot.
  4. Add liquids and cheeses: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Add cream cheese cubes and parmesan. Stir gently to distribute (it will fully melt as it cooks).
  5. Slow cook: Cover and cook on Low for 6–8 hours or on High for 3–4 hours, until pork is very tender and easily pulls apart.
  6. Finish the sauce: Stir in spinach, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Cover and cook 5–10 minutes until spinach wilts. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  7. Serve: Spoon pork and creamy Tuscan sauce into bowls. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley. For keto pairing, serve with cauliflower mash, zucchini noodles, or sautéed green beans.