Keto Crockpot Creamy Tuscan Garlic Pork

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Pork shoulder slow-cooked in a creamy garlic sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, perfect for a rich, low-carb meal. This Italian-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 500 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, olive oil, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 480 min Serves 6 Italian cuisine 620 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Add 3 pounds pork shoulder chunks and brown on all sides for 6-8 minutes, then transfer to slow cooker.
  2. Step 2: Add 5 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to the slow cooker.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and cover; cook on low for 8 hours until pork is tender and easily shredded.
  4. Step 4: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in 4 cups fresh spinach, 1 cup heavy cream, and 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes until spinach wilts and sauce thickens.
  5. Step 5: Stir gently to combine and serve warm with a side of steamed low-carb vegetables.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Keto Crockpot Creamy Tuscan Garlic Pork take to make?

Total time is about 500 minutes (20 min prep + 480 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 Keto Crockpot Creamy Tuscan Garlic Pork?

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 Keto Crockpot Creamy Tuscan Garlic Pork?

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 Keto Crockpot Creamy Tuscan Garlic Pork 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.

Is Keto Crockpot Creamy Tuscan Garlic Pork low carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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