Pulled Pork with Bbq Sauce in the Crockpot
Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Pulled Pork with BBQ Sauce in the Crockpot—a recipe that's as convenient as it is flavorful! This slow-cooked masterpiece features a perfectly seasoned pork shoulder, rubbed with a smoky blend of spices and brown sugar, and cooked low and slow with onions, tangy apple cider vinegar, and your favorite barbecue sauce. The result? Melt-in-your-mouth tender pork that's bursting with rich, smoky-sweet flavors. Perfect for serving on soft hamburger buns, topped with creamy coleslaw for a delightful crunch. With minimal prep time and a hands-off cooking process, this recipe is a stress-free way to feed a crowd or meal prep for the week. Whether you're hosting a barbecue party or simply craving a comforting classic, this crockpot pulled pork delivers every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds Pork shoulder (or pork butt)
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 large Onion (sliced)
- 2 cups Barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Optional: Liquid smoke
- 8 pieces Hamburger buns or rolls (for serving)
- 2 cups Optional: Coleslaw (for serving)
Instructions
Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder, but leave a thin layer to keep the meat moist while cooking.
In a small bowl, mix the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and brown sugar. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, coating it evenly.
Place the sliced onion in the bottom of the crockpot to create a bed for the pork.
Place the seasoned pork shoulder on top of the onions in the crockpot.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, and liquid smoke (if using). Pour the mixture over the pork, ensuring it is well-coated.
Cover the crockpot and cook on LOW for 8 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours, until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Transfer the pork to a large bowl and shred it using two forks, discarding any large pieces of fat.
Skim excess fat from the cooking liquid in the crockpot. Return the shredded pork to the crockpot and mix it with the remaining sauce and onions. Keep warm until ready to serve.
Serve the pulled pork on hamburger buns or rolls. Optionally, top with coleslaw for extra crunch and flavor.
Enjoy your tender pulled pork with BBQ sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7333 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 430.8 g | 552% | |
| Saturated Fat | 137.5 g | 688% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1318 mg | 439% | |
| Sodium | 17252 mg | 750% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 503.4 g | 183% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.2 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 283.2 g | ||
| Protein | 373.8 g | 748% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 963 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 39.8 mg | 221% | |
| Potassium | 7846 mg | 167% | |
*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.
