Pretty Freaking Awesome Pulled Pork Crock Pot
Get ready to savor every bite of this *Pretty Freaking Awesome Pulled Pork Crock Pot* recipe, your go-to for tender, juicy, and flavorful pulled pork made effortlessly in a slow cooker. Featuring a perfectly seasoned pork shoulder rubbed with a smoky-sweet blend of smoked paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, and ground cumin, this recipe is a masterclass in slow-cooked perfection. The aromatic base of onion and garlic paired with apple cider vinegar and chicken broth infuses the meat with unparalleled depth, while barbecue sauce adds a tangy finish that ties it all together. Whether you pile it onto fluffy buns, tuck it into tacos, or enjoy it on its own, this pulled pork promises melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich flavor in every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep and the magic of your crock pot, it's perfect for weeknights, gatherings, or meal preps!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 lbs Pork shoulder (Boston Butt)
- 1 large Yellow onion, sliced
- 4 whole Garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp Smoked paprika
- 3 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
Trim any excessive fat from the pork shoulder, but leave some for flavor. Set aside.
In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create a dry rub.
Rub the seasoning mix generously all over the pork shoulder, ensuring that it’s evenly coated.
Place the sliced onions and whole garlic cloves in the bottom of the crock pot to create an aromatic base.
Lay the seasoned pork shoulder on top of the onions and garlic.
Pour the apple cider vinegar and chicken broth around (not directly over) the pork to maintain the seasoning on the meat.
Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours, until the pork is fork-tender and easily pulls apart.
Carefully remove the pork from the slow cooker and place it on a large cutting board. Use two forks to shred the meat, discarding any large pieces of fat.
Optionally, strain the cooking liquid to remove the onions and garlic, and return the shredded pork to the slow cooker.
Stir in barbecue sauce and mix well to evenly distribute the sauce. Let the pulled pork sit on WARM in the crock pot for 15-20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Serve hot on hamburger buns, in tacos, or as a standalone dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4795 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 324.3 g | 416% | |
| Saturated Fat | 112.8 g | 564% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1204 mg | 401% | |
| Sodium | 8334 mg | 362% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 178.6 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 137.9 g | ||
| Protein | 299.2 g | 598% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 28.6 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 5877 mg | 125% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
