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Slow Cooker Maple Balsamic Glazed Pork Shoulder with Roasted Root Vegetables

By PanPotPlates Editorial TeamPublished May 7, 2026 | Updated Oct 3, 2026
American-Inspired 500 mins slowcookeronepoteasyfamilydinnerbudget-friendlycomfortfoodheartyseasonal

Slow Cooker Maple Balsamic Glazed Pork Shoulder with Roasted Root Vegetables is a practical PanPotPlates recipe built for dependable weeknight cooking.

Slow Cooker Maple Balsamic Glazed Pork Shoulder with Roasted Root Vegetables
Prep 20 min
Cook 480 min
Total 500 min
Servings 6
Difficulty easy
Cuisine American-Inspired

Recipe Details

Prep20 min
Cook480 min
Total500 min
Servings6
Difficultyeasy
CuisineAmerican-Inspired
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Ingredients

Servings 6
  • 4 lb pork shoulder, trimmed
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 4 large carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 3 parsnips, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1.5-inch pieces
  • 1 large red onion, peeled and quartered
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Ingredients for Slow Cooker Maple Balsamic Glazed Pork Shoulder with Roasted Root Vegetables
Ingredients for Slow Cooker Maple Balsamic Glazed Pork Shoulder with Roasted Root Vegetables

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken broth, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the glaze.
  2. Place the trimmed pork shoulder in the base of your slow cooker.
  3. Pour half of the maple balsamic glaze over the pork shoulder, turning to coat well.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours.
  5. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  6. In a large bowl, toss carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, and red onion with olive oil, remaining glaze, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  7. After 6 hours, stir the pork shoulder and add the root vegetables around and on top of the meat in the slow cooker.
  8. Cover and cook on low for an additional 2 hours, until pork is fork-tender and vegetables are cooked through.
  9. Once done, transfer the pork shoulder to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing or shredding.
  10. Serve the pork shoulder with the roasted root vegetables, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
  11. Optional: Spoon remaining cooking juices from the slow cooker over the meat and vegetables for extra flavor.
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