Description
Discover the ultimate guide to making tender, flavorful Classic Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork. This foolproof recipe features juicy pork shoulder slow-cooked to perfection, infused with smoky barbecue flavors, and easy to prepare for weeknights, gatherings, or anytime you crave a hearty meal. Perfectly shredded and versatile for sandwiches, tacos, or rice bowls, this slow cooker BBQ pulled pork guarantees a satisfying and delicious experience every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3-4 pounds of pork shoulder or pork butt (ideal for Slow Cook Bbq Pork)
- 1 cup of your favorite barbecue sauce (for BBQ in Crockpot Pork flavor)
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup of chicken broth or water
Instructions
- Start by rubbing the pork shoulder generously with smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create a flavorful crust.
- Place sliced onions and minced garlic at the bottom of the crockpot. Lay the seasoned pork over the onions and garlic.
- Pour chicken broth or water over the pork, then cover with barbecue sauce for smoky flavor.
- Cook on low for 8-10 hours until the pork is tender and easily shredded, avoiding opening the lid during cooking.
- Remove the pork from the crockpot and shred it using two forks. Mix the shredded pork with the remaining juices and sauce to preserve moisture and flavor.
Notes
- Use bone-in pork shoulder for more flavor; boneless works well too.
- Adjust barbecue sauce to suit smoky, sweet, or spicy preferences.
- For crispier edges, broil the shredded pork briefly after cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg