Pulled Pork Crock Pot
Transform your dinner routine with this irresistibly tender and flavorful Pulled Pork Crock Pot recipe, a perfect balance of smoky spices and tangy barbecue sauce, all prepared with minimal effort! Featuring a well-seasoned pork shoulder, slow-cooked to perfection for 8-10 hours until it effortlessly falls apart, this dish is a true crowd-pleaser. A quick sear locks in flavor while onions and garlic infuse the meat with unbeatable aroma. Simply shred, mix with your favorite barbecue sauce, and serve on fluffy buns, tacos, or even over rice for a versatile meal that’s great for feeding a crowd. Whether you’re hosting a party or planning easy weeknight dinners, this crock pot pulled pork recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 lbs Pork shoulder (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 large Yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Chicken broth (or water)
- 1.5 cups Barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Rub the spice mixture evenly over the pork shoulder, ensuring all sides are coated.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Place the sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of the crock pot. Place the seared pork shoulder on top.
Pour the chicken broth (or water) around the pork in the crock pot.
Cover and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or on HIGH for 4-6 hours, until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Once cooked, transfer the pork to a large cutting board or bowl and shred it using two forks, discarding any excess fat.
Drain the cooking juices from the crock pot, leaving the onions behind, and return the shredded pork to the crock pot.
Stir in the barbecue sauce, mixing well to coat the pork evenly. Let it cook on LOW for an additional 15-20 minutes to warm through.
Serve the pulled pork on buns, in tacos, or alongside your favorite sides. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5663 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 393.7 g | 505% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.7 g | 658% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1270 mg | 423% | |
| Sodium | 7393 mg | 321% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.4 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 178.7 g | ||
| Protein | 335.4 g | 671% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 394 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 5952 mg | 127% | |
*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.
