Hearty Pork and Sauerkraut Crockpot Bowl Easy Healthy Recipe
A comforting slow-cooked pork and sauerkraut nourish bowl that is easy to prepare, wholesome, and perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 to 10 hours (low) or 4 to 6 hours (high)
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes to 10 hours 15 minutes (low) or 4 hours 15 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes (high)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds pork shoulder or pork butt, trimmed and cut into large chunks
- 3 cups sauerkraut, drained
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 cups cooked brown rice, quinoa, or farro
- 1 cup steamed or roasted seasonal vegetables (carrots, Brussels sprouts, kale, etc.)
- Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat the pork chunks dry with paper towels. Season all over with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and caraway seeds. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown pork pieces in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until a crust forms (optional but recommended).
- Place sliced onions and minced garlic at the bottom of the crockpot. Add browned or raw pork chunks on top.
- Spread drained sauerkraut evenly over the pork.
- Pour chicken broth and apple cider vinegar over everything.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours until pork is fork-tender and easily shredded.
- While pork cooks, prepare your grain of choice according to package instructions and steam or roast vegetables.
- Remove pork chunks and shred using two forks. Return shredded pork to crockpot and stir to combine with sauerkraut and juices.
- Assemble bowls by spooning cooked grains, topping with pork and sauerkraut mixture, then adding steamed veggies. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill.
Notes
Browning the pork before slow cooking adds depth of flavor but can be skipped if short on time. Use unpasteurized sauerkraut for probiotics and rinse lightly if concerned about saltiness. Avoid lifting the crockpot lid during cooking to retain moisture. The recipe is freezer-friendly for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 bowl
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 16.5
- Saturated Fat: 4.5
- Carbohydrates: 32.5
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 37.5
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