The Ultimate Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Recipe
This slow cooker BBQ pulled pork is richly flavored and incredibly tender. The meat is infused with a smoky barbecue sauce and spices, making it a deliciously savory dish that’s great for sandwiches, tacos, or served on its own.
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes (low) or 4 hours 15 minutes (high)
Ingredients
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- 4 pounds pork shoulder or pork butt
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your choice)
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- Buns and coleslaw for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pork: Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks if necessary.
- Season the Meat: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Rub the seasoning mix all over the pork.
- Layer the Slow Cooker: Place the sliced onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker. Lay the seasoned pork on top.
- Add BBQ Sauce: Pour the BBQ sauce over the pork, covering it completely.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
- Shred the Pork: Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded meat to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce. Let it sit for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Serve: Serve the pulled pork on buns with coleslaw or on its own, with extra BBQ sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 8 hours (low) or 4-5 hours (high)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 30g
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