Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder

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Fall-off-the-bone pork shoulder slow-cooked in a sweet-tangy honey-mustard glaze, served with tender root vegetables for a comforting weeknight dinner. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 515 minutes pairs pork shoulder, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.9 (12 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 500 min Serves 6 American cuisine 650 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 3 lbs trimmed pork shoulder in the slow cooker, then arrange 1 large onion (cut into wedges), 2 peeled carrots (cut into 1-inch chunks), and 2 celery stalks (cut into 1-inch pieces) around it.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 2 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Pour the honey-mustard mixture evenly over the pork and vegetables, then pour in 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth.
  4. Step 4: Cover and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours until pork is fork-tender.
  5. Step 5: Carefully remove pork and vegetables to a cutting board, then strain cooking liquid into a saucepan.
  6. Step 6: Simmer strained liquid over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  7. Step 7: Slice pork thinly and serve with vegetables and reduced sauce.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder take to make?

Total time is about 515 minutes (15 min prep + 500 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder?

American slow cooker like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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