This slow cooker pork cacciatore recipe is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for busy weeknights. Tender pork simmered in a rich tomato sauce with onions, peppers, and mushrooms, this dish is bursting with flavor. Serve over pasta or rice for a satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked pasta or rice, for serving
Directions
- In a slow cooker, combine pork, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, garlic, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Serve the pork cacciatore over cooked pasta or rice.
- Enjoy your delicious slow cooker pork cacciatore!
Interesting Facts
Cacciatore means 'hunter' in Italian, and this dish is traditionally made with game meats.
Using a slow cooker allows the flavors to meld together while you go about your day.