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Crockpot Pulled Pork

August 24, 2022 · Meaghan Leave a Comment

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Crockpot pulled pork is a quick, easy way to make this delicious main. Just set it and forget it and you’ll be enjoying tender shredded pork that’s perfect in sandwiches, on baked potatoes, or even in nachos and cheese fries.

crockpot pulled pork topped with barbecue sauce on a sesame seed bun

The crockpot is my bff.

For real though, this magical kitchen appliance creates the easiest most delicious meals with virtually no work.

Take this pulled pork for example.

crockpot pulled pork topped with barbecue sauce on a sesame seed bun

All you have to do is season the pork, put it in the slow cooker, and let it cook low and slow while you go about your day.

Then when you are ready, so is dinner!

Doesn’t get much easier.

Ingredients

To make this, you’ll need:

over head image showing the measured ingredients needed to make pulled pork in the slow cooker

  • Pork– A boneless pork shoulder.
  • Spices– Salt, brown sugar, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, and black pepper
  • Broth– Chicken broth to cook it in
  • Barbecue sauce– Your favorite kind

homemade pork rub mix in a small white bowl

How to Make

To start, just combine the seasonings together in a small bowl.

Then rub the mix all over the pork shoulder.

a rubbed down raw pork shoulder  sitting in a white casserole dish

Pour the chicken broth into the bottom of your slow cooker and put the seasoned meat on top.

cooked pork shoulder in the bowl of a crockpot

Then, just pop the lid on the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 8 hours or until the meat is easy to shred.

crockpot pulled pork on a white plate

When you are ready to serve it, shred the meat and top with barbecue sauce if desired.

Enjoy!

a pair of tongs in a slow cooker filled with pulled pork

What is the best cut for crock pot pulled pork?

I am using a pork shoulder.

It creates a really tender, fall apart meat.

What is the best liquid to use to cook pulled pork in the slow cooker?

I recommend broth.

This recipe in particular calls for chicken broth but you could use beef or vegetable if that’s all you have on hand.

a pair of tongs holding up a serving of crockpot pulled pork over a black crockpot

Storing Leftovers

Store leftovers in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

You could also freeze leftover pulled pork.

To do that, just let it cool and put the shredded pork into sealable freezer bags.

Freeze the sealed bags for up to 3 months, thawing overnight in the fridge before reheating.

crockpot pulled pork shown served on a fluffy sesame seed son

Serving Suggestions

I love to keep it simple and serve this on buns with pickles and even coleslaw for a sandwich.

We also love to spoon pulled pork over:

  • baked potatoes
  • french fries
  • nachos
  • salads
  • rice

crockpot pulled pork topped with barbecue sauce on a sesame seed bun

Tips and Tricks

  • Don’t use water as the cooking liquid. I love to use broth since it adds more flavor, while water does not.
  • If after 8 hours, the pork isn’t tender let it cook longer. It should basically be falling apart.
  • Want to short cut the spices? Use a premade barbecue spice rub if you’d rather.

Other Crock Pot Recipes

Crockpot pulled pork is one of our favorites for game day and parties. Make it and enjoy!

Looking for other easy crock pot recipes? Try these:

  • Crockpot Pepper Steak
  • Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken & Noodles
  • Crockpot Chicken Stew
  • Slow Cooker Dill Pickle Pot Roast

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crockpot pulled pork topped with barbecue sauce on a sesame seed bun

Crockpot Pulled Pork

Crockpot pulled pork is a quick, easy way to make this delicious main. Just set it and forget it and you'll be enjoying tender shredded pork that's perfect in sandwiches, on baked potatoes, or even in nachos and cheese fries.
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Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Sandwich
Cuisine: American, Southern
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 294kcal
Author: Meaghan - The Quicker Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 lb boneless pork shoulder
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • Bbq sauce for serving (optional)
  • pickles for serving (optional)
  • buns for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • Combine the salt, brown sugar, garlic powder, oregano, paprika and black pepper in a small bowl
  • Rub the seasoning mix all over the pork shoulder
  • Add the chicken broth to the bottom of a slow cooker, place the seasoned meat on top
  • Cover, cook on low 8 hours or until meat is easily shreddable
  • Serve on buns with bbq sauce if desired

Notes

  • Don't use water as the cooking liquid. I love to use broth since it adds more flavor, while water does not.
  • If after 8 hours, the pork isn't tender let it cook longer. It should basically be falling apart.
  • Want to short cut the spices? Use a premade barbecue spice rub if you'd rather.

Nutrition

Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 136mg | Sodium: 723mg | Potassium: 867mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 2mg
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