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Crock Pot Pork Recipes

August 26, 2013 by Alea Milham 6 Comments

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If you’re looking for easy, hands-off meals featuring pork in various forms, such as ham, sausage, or pulled pork, check out these Crock-Pot Pork Recipes. These slow cooker recipes are perfect for busy days, using simple ingredients to create comforting dishes.

a collection of easy crock pot pork recipes

If there’s one thing I love, it’s pulling out my trusty Crock-Pot (or slow cooker—tomato, to-mah-to!) to let it work its magic while I tackle the rest of my day. Slow cooker meals are a lifesaver for busy families like mine—minimal prep, maximum flavor, and dinner practically cooks itself. Pork is one of my favorite proteins to use because it’s so versatile and budget-friendly. While beef and chicken prices are rising, pork remains affordable.

Whether I’m repurposing leftover holiday ham (I always save that bone!), turning a simple pork roast into shreddable pulled pork, or adding smoky sausage for a kick, these recipes stretch ingredients far and turn “what’s for dinner?” into something comforting and delicious.

Crock-Pot Pork Recipes

Here’s a selection of  crockpot recipes that highlight cuts of pork. They’re perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or even batch cooking extras to freeze for later. Let’s dive in!

Slow Cooker Honey Glazed Ham Recipe – This is my go-to for holidays or when I snag a great deal on a whole ham. It’s incredibly easy—just pour a little water in the bottom, pop in the ham, whip up a quick honey-brown sugar-cinnamon glaze, and let it simmer low and slow. The result? Tender, juicy slices with that sweet caramelized edge. I like scoring the ham so the glaze seeps in deeper. Great for feeding a crowd or having leftovers for days!

ham in a slow cooker

Slow Cooker Recipes Using Ham

Crock-Pot Ham and Bean Soup – Crock-Pot Ham and Bean Soup is the perfect way to transform leftover ham into a wonderful, comforting meal. Just add pre-soaked white beans and let the slow cooker do the work of infusing the smoky ham flavor and thickening the broth. This recipe is budget-friendly, uses pantry staples, and feeds a crowd or provides leftovers for the week.

Delectable Crock-Pot Ham and Bean Soup being ladled out of the slow cooker

Crock-Pot Corn Chowder Recipe with Ham and Potatoes – Leftover ham? This hearty chowder is where it shines! Sweet corn, tender potatoes, diced ham, onion, celery, and a touch of smoked paprika all simmer together, then I thicken it with a cream-cornstarch slurry at the end. It’s filling, family-approved, and stretches that ham into another cozy meal. Add carrots or swap in bacon if you’re out of ham—super forgiving.

Crock-Pot Corn Chowder with Ham

Crock-Pot Southern-Style Red Beans and Rice Recipe – This Crock-Pot Red Beans and Rice recipe is not quite as spicy as my Cajun version, but just as tasty and easy!  Like many good southern recipes, it includes a pound of cubed ham along with smoked or andouille sausage. It’s a true “set-it and forget it” one-pot wonder that feeds a crowd, and the cleanup is a breeze.

Southern-style Crock-Pot Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Slow Cooker Soups Using a Ham Bone

Crock-Pot Split Pea Soup Recipe with Sherry and Ham Bone – Whenever we have ham, that bone goes straight into the freezer—it’s gold for flavoring soups! This frugal classic uses dried split peas (often just 99 cents a bag), veggies, herbs, and a splash of sherry (thanks to my husband’s great idea—it adds such richness without the alcohol lingering). I offer three timing options depending on when I remember to start it (hey, life happens!). Blend it smooth with an immersion blender for that creamy texture we love. Comfort in a bowl!

Slow cooker split pea soup recipe in the crock pot.

Crock-Pot Black-Eyed Peas Recipe – We picked up the Southern tradition of black-eyed peas for good luck when we lived in Virginia, and now it’s a favorite any time of year. This version simmers canned (or dried) black-eyed peas with collard greens, tomatoes with green chiles, a ham bone (freeze yours from Christmas!), smoked paprika, and spices. Sauté the onion and garlic first for extra flavor, then let the Crock-Pot do the work. Stir in cooked rice at the end—it’s hearty, nutritious, and feels like a hug in a bowl.

Black-Eyed Peas, collard greens, ham, and rice cooking in a Crock-Pot for New Year's Day

Crock-Pot Recipes Using Sausage

Crock-Pot Cajun Potato and Sausage Soup Recipe – If you want something with a little spice and smoke, this one’s a winner. Andouille sausage (or smoked sausage if that’s what you have) pairs with russet potatoes, bell pepper, celery, onion, garlic, and Cajun seasonings in broth. Finish with heavy cream and cheddar for creaminess. It’s bolder than plain potato soup—perfect for chilly evenings when you crave something hearty.

Crock-Pot Cajun Sausage and Potato Soup

Crock-Pot Cajun Red Beans and Rice – This one’s a nod to Louisiana flavors—perfect for Mardi Gras or just a cozy weeknight. I toss red beans, the Cajun “holy trinity” (onion, celery, bell pepper), diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, thyme, Cajun seasoning, and sliced smoked sausage (like andouille for extra kick) into the Crock-Pot with broth and bay leaves. Let it simmer while the flavors meld. Serve over rice with cornbread—it’s hearty, budget-friendly, and full of that smoky pork goodness from the sausage.

Finished recipe for Crock-Pot Cajun Red Beans and Rice - in a bowl and all ready for your Mardi Gras party!

Slow Cooker Pork Roast Recipes

Crock Pot Pulled Pork Recipe – This is embarrassingly easy—I almost feel guilty when people rave about it! Just toss a pork roast in with V-8 or tomato juice, cook on high until it shreds with forks, then mix in your favorite barbecue sauce. I make it ahead for game nights, freeze portions to avoid waste (one gluten-free kiddo loves it on rice cakes instead of buns), and it’s perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or whatever Mexican twist you want. Simple, versatile, and a family staple.

These recipes are all about making life easier while eating well—using affordable pork cuts, repurposing leftovers, and letting the slow cooker handle the heavy lifting.

More Slow Cooker Pork Recipes

Crock Pot Ranch Pork Chops

Crock Pot Cheesy Sausage Rotini

Easy Crock Pot Bacon Cheese Potatoes

Crock Pot Corn Chowder

Slow Cooker Egg Casserole

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About Alea Milham

Alea Milham is the owner of Premeditated Leftovers and the author of Prep-Ahead Meals from Scatch. She shares her tips for saving money and time while reducing waste in her home. Her favorite hobby, gardening, is a frugal source of organic produce for her recipes. She believes it is possible to live fully and eat well while spending less.

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  1. Aurelia says

    September 17, 2013 at 4:04 pm

    My Lamb Tagine recipe was featured! Wow this has just made my day, thank you so much 😀 That will teach me for going away, I miss all the excitement when it happens lol!

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  2. Barb @ Frugal Local Kitchen says

    August 27, 2013 at 10:41 am

    I NEED crockpot recipes. I have such a busy fall lined up; I need some easy stuff to make during the week.

    Thanks for hosting as always! Enjoy your Labor Day, too.

    Reply
  3. Becca @ The Earthlings Handbook says

    August 27, 2013 at 8:01 am

    Hey, your new look is beautiful, especially the nicely indexed front page!

    Thanks for hosting!

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    • Alea Milham says

      August 27, 2013 at 8:15 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Stacy @Stacy Makes Cents says

    August 27, 2013 at 6:47 am

    Thanks so much for hosting and THANK YOU for featuring my Blackberry Maple Pancake syrup! 🙂

    Reply
  5. Miz Helen says

    August 26, 2013 at 8:04 pm

    Hi Alea,
    Great Crock Pot recipes! Hope you have a good week and thanks for hosting!
    Miz Helen

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On Premeditated Leftovers I share simple recipes made with whole foods, practical shopping tips, time saving techniques, and meal planning strategies. I also share tips for minimizing food waste, so more of the food that is purchased ends up on the table.

While volunteering as a budget counselor, I realized that food is the element of most people’s budgets where they have the greatest control. I set out to develop low-cost recipes from scratch to prove it’s possible to create delicious meals on a limited budget. Eating well while spending less is about more than just creating recipes using inexpensive ingredients; it’s about creatively combining ingredients so you don’t feel deprived and are inspired to stick to your budget.

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