Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Rosemary and Garlic
Tender pork shoulder slow-cooked with fresh rosemary and garlic, perfect for a hearty keto meal with minimal effort. This american-inspired keto (keto) ready in about 495 minutes pairs bone-in pork shoulder, fresh rosemary sprigs, garlic cloves, crushed for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 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.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs, bone-in pork shoulder
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary sprigs
- 6 cloves garlic cloves, crushed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Step 1: Rub 3 lbs bone-in pork shoulder all over with 1 tbsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 2 tbsp olive oil. Place in slow cooker.
- Step 2: Tuck 3 sprigs fresh rosemary and 6 crushed garlic cloves around and on top of the pork.
- Step 3: Pour 1 cup chicken broth into the slow cooker to add moisture. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until pork is tender and falls apart easily.
- Step 4: Remove pork from slow cooker, shred with two forks, and mix with pan juices before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Rosemary and Garlic take to make?
Total time is about 495 minutes (15 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 Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Rosemary and Garlic?
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 bone-in pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Rosemary and Garlic?
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 Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Rosemary and Garlic 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 Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Rosemary and Garlic keto?
Yes — this recipe is tagged keto based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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